Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle (Potential Replica/Souvenir)
Country of Origin: United States of America
Year of Issue: Series 1907-1933 (Note: Date on coin is obscured/missing in photo)
Denomination: Twenty Dollars ($20)
Composition: Original: 90% Gold, 10% Copper. Note: Item in photo appears to be a base metal replica or plated token.
Brief Description
A gold-colored coin featuring a standing figure of Liberty and a flying eagle, based on Augustus Saint-Gaudens' famous design.
Historical Significance
Commissioned by Theodore Roosevelt to beautify American coinage, the Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle is considered one of the most beautiful coins ever minted in the US.
Estimated Value
Authentic gold: $2,000 - $3,000+ based on gold spot price and grade. Replica/Token: $0 - $5.
Care Instructions
Handle by the edges only; do not clean or polish as this destroys numismatic value. Store in an acid-free PVC-free holder.
Mint Mark
Originals may have D (Denver) or S (San Francisco) above the date; none visible in photo.
Mintage & Rarity
Original 1920s-30s dates are scarce to rare; common dates are bullion-related. Replicas are extremely common.
Weight & Diameter
Original: 33.436 grams, 34.1 mm diameter.
Edge
Original: Lettered ('E PLURIBUS UNUM' with stars). Replicas: often reeded or plain.
Apparent Grade
Appears to be a modern reproduction or proof-like token; lacks the sharp detail and luster of an original gold strike.
Obverse (Front)
Lady Liberty walking forward holding a torch and olive branch, with the U.S. Capitol in the background and 46-48 stars around the border.
Reverse (Back)
A bald eagle flying through the rays of a rising sun with the words 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' and 'TWENTY DOLLARS'.
What Drives This Coin's Value
For originals: date, mint mark, and high-grade condition (uncirculated). For this specific item: metal content (likely non-precious).
Similar Coins
Modern West Point Gold Bullion coins (Gold Eagles) use the same obverse design but have a different reverse showing an eagle's nest.
Authenticity & Counterfeit Red Flags
Authentic gold coins weigh exactly 33.4g and have a distinct 'ring' when tapped. Replicas are often magnetic or have 'COPY' stamped on them (though not always).
Notable Varieties & Errors
1907 high relief, 1907 no motto, and the ultra-rare 1933 issue.
Created At: 2026-05-28T17:46:47.160060