What was the artistic intent behind the design of the St. Gaudens coins? 1908 $20 St. Gaudens PCGS MS66 No Motto Historic Collectible Coins

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What was the artistic intent behind the design of the St. Gaudens coins? 1908 $20 St. Gaudens PCGS MS66 No Motto Historic Collectible Coins

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The artistic intent behind the 1908 St. Gaudens No Motto coins was to beautify American coinage, inspired by President Theodore Roosevelt's admiration for the high relief designs of Ancient Greek coins. The design's aesthetic appeal enhances its collectible value and historical significance.

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1908 $20 St. Gaudens PCGS MS66 No Motto

This coin has sold. 1908 saw vast mintages of $20 gold pieces as the first full year of $20 St. Gaudens coin production. The 'No Motto' variety, which was minted for the better part of the entire year, is one of the most common dates for all coins in the series. As such, extremely well prese... See More

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