coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $20 (Twenty Dollars) \ $20 Saint Gaudens Gold \ 1909
The 1909 $20 Saint Gaudens gold coin is a key piece in American numismatics, featuring a stunning design by sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens. Minted primarily for circulation, the Saint Gaudens series is renowned for its artistic merit and high gold content, each coin containing approximately 0.9675 troy ounces of gold. The 1909 issue is particularly significant due to its relatively low mintage, making it highly sought after by collectors. Its obverse depicts Liberty holding a torch, while the reverse features a majestic bald eagle in flight, symbolizing American freedom.
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1909 $20 | $20 (Twenty Dollars) | $20 Saint Gaudens Gold | 1909 | Philadelphia |
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1909 $20 | $20 (Twenty Dollars) | $20 Saint Gaudens Gold | 1909 | Philadelphia |
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1909-D $20 | $20 (Twenty Dollars) | $20 Saint Gaudens Gold | 1909 | Denver |
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1909-S $20 | $20 (Twenty Dollars) | $20 Saint Gaudens Gold | 1909 | San Francisco |