1907 $20 Saint Gaudens High Relief Flat Edge PCGS MS64 CAC +

The 1907 $20 Saint-Gaudens High Relief is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful and influential coins in American numismatics. This example, graded MS64+ by PCGS and certified by CAC, offers outstanding visual appeal and historical significance. It represents the Flat Edge variant of this iconic issue, produced in limited numbers and admired for its artistic excellence and technical precision.

Commissioned by President Theodore Roosevelt as part of his campaign to enhance the beauty of U.S. coinage, the High Relief Double Eagle was designed by world-renowned sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens. The coin was struck in exceptionally high relief to highlight every detail of the design, which features a powerful image of Liberty advancing forward with torch and olive branch in hand, backed by radiant sun rays and a ring of stars. The reverse showcases an eagle in flight above a rising sun, symbolizing strength, freedom, and a new era for American coinage.

This Flat Edge variety is slightly scarcer than its Wire Edge counterpart and is believed to have been struck later in the production sequence. The coin displays strong luster, bold definition, and a clean surface for the grade. Liberty’s gown, facial features, and the eagle’s feathers are sharply struck, while the fields show minimal abrasions. The PCGS grade of MS64+ positions this coin just shy of gem condition, and the CAC sticker confirms its place in the upper tier of quality for this level.

Fewer than 12,000 High Relief Double Eagles were struck in total, and today they are considered cornerstone pieces in advanced collections. Their limited mintage, unmatched design, and association with one of the most important artistic movements in U.S. coinage history ensure continued demand.