Lot 60
1999-W Proof Gold Eagle 1/10 oz Ed Moy
NGC 70
Starting bid
$600
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Bid history
- Grade
- NGC 70
- Certificate
- 9940
- Denomination
- $5
- Series
- Modern Bullion Coins
- Metal
- GOLD
- Country
Description
1999-W Proof Gold Eagle, 1/10 oz, Ed Moy Signature, NGC PF70. This exceptional 1999-W Proof Gold Eagle represents a significant piece of modern U.S. gold coinage history. Struck at the West Point Mint and graded NGC PF70, this diminutive one-tenth ounce gold piece exhibits the flawless surfaces and pristine finish characteristic of the finest proof examples. The coin features the iconic eagle reverse design by John Mercanti and the Liberty obverse, both rendered with extraordinary clarity and detail. The Ed Moy signature designation indicates this piece was minted during Moy's tenure as Director of the U.S. Mint, adding numismatic significance to an already desirable issue. The perfect PF70 grade from NGC confirms this coin's exceptional quality, with no visible imperfections under magnification. The proof finish displays the characteristic mirror fields and frosted devices that define the series. As a fractional gold eagle from the late 1990s, this coin appeals to both bullion investors and serious collectors of modern proof coinage. The combination of perfect grading, West Point provenance, and the historical significance of the Moy directorship make this an attractive offering for those seeking premium examples of contemporary U.S. gold coinage.




