1927-S $20 St. Gaudens. PCGS graded AU-55. Throw away the mintage figures on this date, as virtually all were melted. Perhaps 75 are known today, Breen estimated only 15, but that seems too low with today's Population Reports helping to expand our knowledge. This coin has mint fresh luster and is well struck, although a bit weak at the extreme edge, common on San Francisco double eagles of this period. An impressive coin for the grade, and one that will please most collectors for its well preserved surfaces and choice color.
