Whitman Expo
1920-S $20 Gold MS Values
Details
When it comes to rarities, the 1920-S is one of the most expensive and elusive of the lot. Exceptionally rare in all grades, the 1920-S commands five-figure prices even in circulated condition. Just a tiny handful of specimens are known in the grades of MS65 or higher, with these typically flirting with or exceeding the half-million-dollar threshold.
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:
10175
Coin Date:
1920-S
Denomination:
$20 / $20 Gold
Designation:
MS
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
San Francisco
Mintage:
558,000
Coinage Type:
Twenty Dollar Gold Double Eagle
Coinage Years:
1908-1933
Composition:
90% gold; 10% copper
Mint Mark:
S
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
