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1923 $20 Gold MS Values
Details
The 1923 Philly $20 is, by and large, considered a common coin. However, pieces grading MS64 are noticeably more difficult to locate than their lower-grading counterparts and true Gems -- those grading MS65 or higher -- are rare. Most exhibit nice luster and are well struck, with the exception of a relative few showing weaknesses in the area of the coin in and around the Capitol building.
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.
Basic Information
GSID:
10146
Coin Date:
1923
Denomination:
$20 / $20 Gold
Designation:
MS
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
566,000
Coinage Type:
Twenty Dollar Gold Double Eagle
Coinage Years:
1908-1933
Composition:
90% gold; 10% copper
Physical Characteristics
Fineness:
0.9
Weight:
33.436 gr
Weight:
1.075 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.9675 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
34 mm
Coin Shape:
Round
