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Augustus Saint-Gaudens

Augustus Saint-Gaudens was one of the most well known American sculptors in his day and as all great collectors know, designed the beloved $20 Saint-Gaudens. His work during the American Renaissance (American nationalism time period from 1876-1917) was widely acclaimed and admired. Born: March 1, 1848 – Dublin, Ireland Died: August 3, 1907 – Cornish,     [read more…]

$20 Saint-Gaudens

Overview The beloved $20 Saint-Gaudens “Double Eagle” is the last coin of this denomination ever minted by the U.S. This piece is 1 of 4 pieces in the “Indian Head” series along with the $2.5, $5 and $10 Indian Head Gold pieces. Obverse: Lady Liberty holding a torch and olive branch; rays of the sun     [read more…]

Morgan Silver Dollar

Overview As one of the most popular coins in American history, the Morgan Silver Dollar has had a superb track record in appreciating in value and is consistently ranked as one of the most collected coins in the country each year. Obverse: profile portrait representing Liberty Reverse: eagle with outstretched wings Years: 1878-1904 and 1921 Mints:  S,     [read more…]

1907 High Relief Double Eagle

It doesnt take a professional numismatist to label the 1907 High Relief Double Eagle as one of the most beautiful coins out there.  In the photo you’ll see a side-by-side displaying a 1908 St. Gaudens in MS65+ (left) and a 1907 St. Gaudens High Relief AU58 (right). You can see the 3D effect in the     [read more…]

Become a millionaire with your tax return

Want to know how to become a millionaire? Begin with one tax refund at a time. Invest that money and let it grow, and you’ll put yourself on the path to obscene riches — if that’s your cup of tea. For example, a taxpayer who received the $3,191 average refund in 2010, invested it and     [read more…]