1924-S $20 MS63 PCGS Saint Gaudens Double Eagle
The 1924-S is among the rarest of all Saints, with fewer than 1,000 believed to survive across all grades. The vast majority are known in lower than MS63, and just a few qualify as true MS65s as so many are bagmarked or exhibit other surface issues. However, most are well struck and higher-end pieces normally offer at least decent luster.
Obverse: Liberty is portrayed standing on a rock, holding a torch in her right hand and an olive branch in her left. The word LIBERTY appears on the top periphery surrounded by stars. The date is stamped on the right side of the coin, just above the rock.
Reverse: A crescent sun appears at the bottom as if rising on the horizon with long rays extending to the top of the coin. A flying eagle covers the central portion, atop the rays. The words UNITED STATES oF AMERICA, TWENTY DOLLARS appear on the top periphery.