1908 No Motto Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle

1908 | Philadelphia | Mintage: 4,323,500 | 90% Gold, 10% Copper

$2,250 – $56,750

Obverse

Reverse

The Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle - 1908 No Motto was minted at the Philadelphia Mint with a mintage of 4,323,500. Values range from $2,250 in lower grades to $56,750 in top condition.

CoinValueDB Value Estimate

$2,250 – $56,750

Price History

SoldHigh BidFor SaleLast Asking PriceMoving Average

Avg: $9,193 High: $56,750 Low: $2,250 10 total data points

CoinValueDB Price Guide by Grade

CoinValueDB Price Guide by Grade
Grade	Value
Good (G-4)	$2,250
Very Good (VG-8)	$2,275
Fine (F-12)	$2,300
Very Fine (VF-20)	$2,400
Extremely Fine (EF-40)	$2,650
About Uncirculated (AU-50)	$2,675
Mint State (MS-60)	$3,050
Choice Mint State (MS-63)	$4,750
Gem Mint State (MS-65)	$12,825
Superb Gem+ (MS-67)	$56,750

About the Double Eagle ($20)

The United States Mint began striking the $20 Double Eagle in 1849 following the discovery of gold in California. Congress authorized the coin to handle the massive influx of gold bullion into the economy. James B. Longacre designed the initial Liberty Head type, which features a portrait of Liberty on the obverse and a heraldic eagle on the reverse. This design remained the standard for the series for over 50 years. In 1907, President Theodore Roosevelt commissioned Augustus Saint-Gaudens to redesign the gold coinage. The resulting Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle depicts a full-length figure of Liberty holding a torch and an olive branch. The series ended in 1933 when President Franklin D. Roosevelt issued Executive Order 6102, which effectively recalled gold coins from circulation and halted production for public use.

Coin Details

Designer: Augustus Saint-Gaudens
Composition: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 33.436 grams
Diameter: 34 mm
Edge: reeded
Series: Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle (1907-1933)

Historical Notes

1908 No Motto variant with relatively strong mintage for the series.

Collecting Double Eagle ($20) Coins

Focus your collection on the Saint-Gaudens type if you want the most iconic design, or the Liberty Head type for a more traditional look. Common dates like 1924, 1927, and 1928 are excellent starting points because they are readily available in high grades. Check your coins for signs of cleaning or artificial smoothing, as these actions destroy numismatic value. Always buy certified coins from reputable grading services like PCGS or NGC to avoid the many high-quality counterfeits that plague this series.

This series includes key dates — check individual coin pages for rarity details.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle - 1908 No Motto worth? +

A Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle - 1908 No Motto is worth between $2,250 and $56,750 depending on condition. Coins in higher grades (MS-65 and above) command significant premiums.

How many 1908 Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle coins were made? +

The Philadelphia Mint produced 4,323,500 1908 Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle coins. Lower mintage numbers generally correlate with higher collector value.

Is the Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle - 1908 No Motto a key date? +

The Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle - 1908 No Motto is not considered a key date or semi-key date. However, condition is always important. A common-date coin in exceptional condition can still be quite valuable.

How much is a 1908 No Motto Double Eagle worth? +

Because of its high mintage, this coin typically sells near its melt value in lower grades. A common date 1908 No Motto in Mint State 63 condition generally costs between $2,400 and $2,600.

Is the 1908 No Motto Double Eagle considered rare? +

No, it is not rare. With over 4.3 million minted, it remains one of the most accessible gold coins for collectors who want a representative example of the Saint-Gaudens design.