1908 $20 NO MOTTO MS67+ NGC

Virtually Pristine Orange-Gold Surfaces, Captivating Frosty Luster, and Exceptional Superb Gem Eye Appeal.

The Philadelphia Mint struck 4,271,551 No Motto Saint-Gaudens double eagles in 1908, the final year of this short-lived design before the addition of IN GOD WE TRUST later that year. Although readily available in lower Mint State grades, the issue becomes increasingly challenging at the Superb Gem level, particularly for collectors seeking exceptional preservation, strike, and eye appeal.

This magnificent Superb Gem displays rich orange-gold surfaces enlivened by warm tangerine and delicate rose-gold highlights. Captivating frosty mint luster blankets both sides, producing vibrant brilliance and outstanding visual appeal. The strike is exceptionally sharp, with crisp definition throughout Liberty's flowing gown, facial features, and the eagle's intricately rendered plumage. The beautifully preserved surfaces are remarkably free of distracting abrasions, with only the most minute imperfections visible under magnification. Its rich coloration, smooth fields, and exceptional freshness distinguish this impressive example.

An outstanding representative of the iconic No Motto design, combining superior technical quality, vibrant luster, and exceptional eye appeal. Ideally suited for an advanced Saint-Gaudens collection or a high-end gold type set, this Superb Gem offers collectors an opportunity to acquire a beautifully preserved example of one of America's most celebrated gold coin designs. The PCGS Price Guide is $19,000, with a reported population of 14 examples and 113 finer, while the NGC Price Guide is $12,500, with a population of 10 examples and 16 finer. A comparable example last realized $10,200 at Heritage Auctions in July 2025.

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The Golden Horizon Collection

NGC Cert Verification #5702338-001/67/

• PCGS Price Guide - $19,000
• PCGS POP - 14/113
• NGC Price Guide - $12,500
• NGC POP - 10/16
• PCGS Coin# - 9142