The 1907 $20 Saint‑Gaudens Double Eagle, designed by sculptor Augustus Saint‑Gaudens under President Theodore Roosevelt’s direction, is widely regarded as the most aesthetically stunning U.S. coin ever minted. But beyond its artistry lies a rich Continue reading
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The 1879 Stella: America’s Only Proposed $4 Gold Coin – History & Facts
In the annals of American numismatics, one coin stands apart as a bold experiment: the $4 Stella. Minted only in 1879 and 1880, the Stella was never officially adopted, yet remains the sole U.S. $4 Continue reading
Most People Have Never Seen This 8-Sided U.S. Coin: That Stunned Auction Houses
The 1915 Panama-Pacific Octagonal Gold Coin is one of the most celebrated and distinctive coins in the history of U.S. coinage. It was issued during the Panama-Pacific International Exposition held in San Francisco. What makes Continue reading
1933 Double Eagle Coin – Why This $18.9M U.S. Gold Coin Is the Most Valuable in History
The 1933 Double Eagle gold coin is not only a relic of American numismatic craftsmanship but also a symbol of financial history, rarity, and legal intrigue. In 2021, this coin fetched an astonishing $18.9 million Continue reading