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Saint Gaudens - 1oz Copper Medallion - Proof Like
Saint Gaudens - 1oz Copper Medallion - Proof Like


 
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Year: Various
Composition: .999 % pure fine copper
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Saint Gaudens - 1oz Copper Medallion

The Saint-Gaudes double eagle is a twenty dollar gold coin, or a double eagle, produced by the United States Mint from 1907-1933. The coin is named after its designer, the sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens, who designed the obverse and reverse. It is considered by many to be the most beautiful of U.S. Coins.


In 1904, President Theodore Roosevelt sought to beautify American coinage, and proposed Saint-Gaudens as an artist capable of the task. Although the sculptor had poor experiences with the Mint and its chief engraver, Charles E. Barber, Saint-Gaudens accepted Roosevelt's call. After several versions of the design for the double eagle proved too difficult to strike, Barber modified Saint-Gauden's design, lowering the relief so the coin could be struck with only one blow. When the coins were finally released, they proved controversial as they lacked the words "In God We Trust," and Congress intervened to require the motto's use. The coin was minted, primarily for use in international trade until 1933.

This is a 1oz Copper replica of a Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle. It comes in proof-like condition. To protect this coin it comes in an airtite and black felt pouch


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