At CoinVerse.Pro, we authenticate the legendary 1907 High Relief Saint-Gaudens $20 gold piece – considered the most beautiful U.S. coin ever minted. This guide explains why collectors have paid $7.6 million+ for these numismatic masterpieces.
Key Identification Features
➡️ Obverse Design:
- Full-length Lady Liberty with torch and olive branch
- Sunrise rays in background
- 1907 date (Roman numerals MCMVII on some varieties)
➡️ Reverse Design:
- Flying eagle in majestic mid-flight pose
- “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA” legend
- No motto (“IN GOD WE TRUST” added later)
➡️ Critical Specifications:
✅ Composition: 90% gold, 10% copper
✅ Weight: 33.436g
✅ Diameter: 34mm
✅ Edge: Lettered (“E PLURIBUS UNUM”)
Varieties & Valuations (2024)
| Variety | Characteristics | Certified Value |
|---|---|---|
| Ultra High Relief | Roman numerals, wire edge | $5M–$8M+ 💎 |
| High Relief | Arabic numerals, no motto | $2M–$4M |
| Flat Rim | Lower relief version | $1M–$1.8M |
Record Sale: An Ultra High Relief specimen sold for $7.6 million in 2021.
6-Step Authentication Protocol
1️⃣ Macro-Photography Analysis
- 100MP images of relief details
- Verify sun rays and feather details
2️⃣ Microscopic Die Study
- 60x magnification of Liberty’s face
- Check for authentic die polish lines
3️⃣ XRF Metal Analysis
- Must be 90% gold, 10% copper
- Weight: 33.436g exact
4️⃣ Edge Examination
- Verify lettered edge (not reeded)
- Check for tooling or alterations
5️⃣ 3D Surface Mapping
- Document relief height (varies by type)
- Create digital fingerprint
6️⃣ Expert Committee Review
- 5-member panel authentication
- Comparison to plate coins
Why This Commands $7.6M+
✔️ Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ original artistic vision
✔️ Extremely limited production numbers
✔️ Transitional design (modified after 1907)
✔️ Museum-quality artistic significance
✔️ Pinnacle of American numismatic art
Million-Dollar Security Protocol
- Armored transport mandatory
- Billion-dollar insurance required
- 24/7 climate-controlled storage
- Biometric access controls
Institutional Display History
- Smithsonian Institution
- American Numismatic Society
- Metropolitan Museum of Art
Immediate Evaluation Offer
If you believe you have a 1907 Saint-Gaudens:
- Do NOT clean or handle excessively
- Take high-resolution photos
- Contact CoinVerse immediately
🎁 With Inquiry:
- “Priceless Gold Coins” authentication guide
- Current collector demand report
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