1987 $5 Tenth-Ounce Gold Eagle, MS

Description

# 1987 $5 Tenth-Ounce Gold Eagle, PCGS MS70. A pristine example of the American Gold Eagle series, this 1987 $5 Gold Eagle represents a remarkable specimen of the early years of this iconic American bullion coin. Graded a perfect PCGS MS70, this coin is among the rarest and most desirable of its vintage, with only 173 examples achieving this ultimate grade. Designed by the legendary Augustus Saint-Gaudens and featuring modern interpretations by Miley Busiek, this tenth-ounce gold coin showcases the pinnacle of American numismatic artistry. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint with a total mintage of 580,266, this piece represents the second year of issue for the Gold Eagle series. Composed of 91.67% gold, with additional silver and copper alloy, the coin offers both exceptional purity and remarkable durability. The perfect MS70 grade signifies an absolutely flawless specimen, free from any post-production imperfections. Such examples are extraordinarily scarce, particularly for early Gold Eagles, making this coin a true highlight for advanced collectors and investors. Its impeccable surfaces and pristine strike represent the absolute zenith of minting quality for this historic issue. Provenance Details: - Mint: Philadelphia. - Year: 1987. - Grade: PCGS MS70. - Population: 173 total graded. - Certification: #38504642. *Estimate*: $800-1,200