1924-D Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle. MS-64 (PCGS).This beautiful near-Gem is boldly struck with a full quota of soft, satiny mint luster. Warm honey-rose patina is also present on both sides to further enhance already strong eye appeal. Far scarcer in numismatic circles than a mintage of 3,049,500 pieces might imply, the 1924-D is one of many late date Saint-Gaudens double eagles that suffered a high rate or attrition through melting during the late 1930s. Several thousand examples were exported, however, repatriations in recent decades accounting for the vast majority of survivors in numismatic circles. This is one of the nicer pieces extant, and it is sure to catch the eye of advanced specialists.From the Magnolia Collection.
