Lot 1849
1925-D. PCGS graded MS-63. Delicate golden-olive and pinkish-gold toning on both sides. A very scarce date missing from most collections. Like the 1924-D, the 1925-D also had its rarity ranking readjusted since the mid-20th century by the emergence of a few small hoards overseas. While both dates are similar in overall rarity, the edge in high grades goes to the 1925-D. We have not offered a near-Gem for quite some while, and we also have no record of an MS65 or MS66 example appearing at auction as far back as ten years. Typically well impressed for the issue, the devices rise boldly above the fields with solid overall definition. The luster is frosty in quality, and the surfaces are bathed in original reddish-gold color. A [blank] is seen on the [blank]; this is the only worthwhile pedigree marker.
An very choice coin in many regards, especially at the visual level. Liberty seemingly strides from a faint mist of pale rose into the bright golden yellow sunlight, while a whisper of the similar color overlays the eagle's plumage on the reverse. Limited bagmarks are present (including one scuff in the sun rays below the eagle's leg), with a few scattered marks noted here and there on Liberty's calf and body for accuracy. None of those will draw your attention at first glance. More than 2.9 million pieces were made. Most were melted. That pretty much sums up this coin's elusive nature. The present MS63 gets bonus points for physical originality as well as the aesthetic pleasure it brings the viewer, while the strike is essentially as detailed as you will see on a circulation strike Saint-Gaudens double eagle of the With Motto persuasion. Pop 106; 123 in 64; 1 in 64+; 5 in 65; 2 in 66 (PCGS # 9181) .
Estimated Value $8,500 - 9,000.
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