1998 $25 Half-Ounce Gold Eagle, MS Mike Castle

Description

# 1998 $25 Half-Ounce Gold Eagle. ## NGC MS70 Mike Castle Signature Label. This exceptional Gold Eagle represents a pinnacle of modern American numismatic artistry, graded a flawless MS70 by NGC with the coveted Mike Castle signature label. The coin exhibits pristine prooflike surfaces that showcase the intricate design elements with remarkable clarity and brilliance. Struck from 1/2 ounce of .9167 fine gold, this pristine specimen demonstrates the exceptional minting quality of the late 20th-century American Gold Eagle program. With a population of just 450 coins at this perfect grade level, the piece represents a truly elite collectible that will undoubtedly appeal to sophisticated numismatists and gold coin enthusiasts. The NGC certification #4873337003 guarantees the coin's exceptional state of preservation, with zero detectable marks or imperfections under professional numismatic examination. Its prooflike surfaces create a mirror-like field that dramatically enhances the coin's visual appeal and collectibility. Provenance and Rarity: - Total Population: 12,500 coins graded. - Higher Grades: 1,250 coins. - Current Price Guide: $850. - Starting Bid: $2,080. *A museum-quality specimen of the American Gold Eagle series, representing the pinnacle of modern U.S. coinage craftsmanship.*