1906 Double Eagle Patterns

About This Coin

The 1906 Double Eagle Patterns is a United States Gold Double Eagle from the Design Reform Patterns (1880-1942) series — 11th of 24 years in the series. In 1906, coins were struck at the Philadelphia Mint with a combined mintage of 1. The obverse features experimental designs exploring artistic improvements to U.S. coinage and the reverse displays various experimental designs. Produced during the Progressive Era, when President Theodore Roosevelt championed a renaissance in American coin design that produced some of the most beautiful coins ever struck. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper. A notable auction result reached $5.5K in Proof 61 grade at Goldberg Auctioneers. Designed by Charles E. Barber, George T. Morgan, and others.