Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle ($20) Melt Value
US · 1907–1933 · $20
Live melt value (per coin)
$4000.44
Snapshot: Oct 2026 · Updating…
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Total melt value
$0.00
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Specifications
| Country | US |
| Years minted | 1907–1933 |
| Denomination | $20 (face value: $20.00) |
| Composition | 90% gold, 10% copper |
| Gross weight | 33.436 g (1.0750 troy oz) |
| Diameter | 34.29 mm |
| Gold content | 0.9675 troy oz (30.0924 g) |
| Copper content | 0.007371 lb (3.34 g) |
| Source | US Mint specifications |
How to identify
Lady Liberty full figure / flying eagle; date 1907–1933; TWENTY DOLLARS; 34.29 mm
Notes
516 grains (33.436 g), 90% Au. Published AGW = 0.9675 ozt. Designed by Augustus Saint-Gaudens. Considered among the most beautiful US coins.
Frequently asked questions
How much gold is in a Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle ($20)?
A Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle ($20) contains 0.9675 troy oz (30.09g) of gold. Composition: 90% gold, 10% copper.
What is the melt value of a Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle ($20)?
At snapshot prices (October 2026): $4000.44 per coin. Composed of 90% gold, 10% copper. Use the live calculator above for current prices.
Is the Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle ($20) worth more than melt value?
Many coins sell for more than melt — especially scarce dates, high grades, and coins with collector demand. Always check a current price guide (PCGS or NGC price guides) before melting or selling. Melt value is a floor, not a ceiling.
How do I identify a Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle ($20)?
Lady Liberty full figure / flying eagle; date 1907–1933; TWENTY DOLLARS; 34.