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1908-D $20 Motto MS66 PCGS. Mint State 1908-D With Mot

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1908-D $20 Motto MS66 PCGS. Mint State 1908-D With Mot
<B>1908-D $20 Motto MS66 PCGS.</B></I> Mint State 1908-D With Motto double eagles are readily available in grades through MS64, partly because of a hoard of several hundred pieces that surfaced in 1983 in Central America. The issue becomes scarce at the Gem level, and is a downright rarity in Premium Gem and better condition. Indeed, PCGS and NGC combined have certified slightly over 20 MS66 examples and a mere five pieces in MS67, with neither service seeing any coins finer.<BR> When the motto IN GOD WE TRUST was added to the lower reverse, the design detail on the master hub was also enhanced. Consequently, the design elements of the 1908-D With Motto are much more sharply defined than those on the typical 1908-D No Motto. The Premium Gem With Motto example in the current lot illustrates these bolder striking impressions in the panes of the Capitol building, on Liberty's facial features, fingers, and toes, and on the eagle's torso feathers. Both sides are awash in vibrant luster that emanates from apricot and peach-gold surfaces accented with subtle lime-green hues. Close inspection reveals just a few trivial marks, none of which are worthy of individual mention. Population: 17 in 66, 3 finer (10/06).<BR><I>From The Kutasi Collection.</B></I><BR><BR><b>Shipping:</b> Coin/Currency (<a target="_blank" href="http://www.heritageauctions.com/common/shipping.php">view shipping information</a>)
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