Lot 66
1988 Gold Eagle 1/10 oz
PCGS 70
Starting bid
$4,200
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Bid history
- Grade
- PCGS 70
- Certificate
- 57627685
- Denomination
- $5
- Year
- 1988
- Series
- Modern Bullion Coins
- Metal
- GOLD
- Country
Description
1988 Gold Eagle 1/10 oz, PCGS MS70. This exceptional 1988 Philadelphia Mint Gold Eagle represents one of the finest examples of this classic fractional gold issue. Graded PCGS MS70, this pristine specimen achieves the highest numerical grade possible, reflecting flawless surfaces and exceptional strike quality. The coin is composed of 91.67% gold, 3% silver, and 5.33% copper, with a weight of 3.39 grams and diameter of 16.5mm, featuring the iconic designs by Augustus Saint-Gaudens and Miley Busiek. This date holds particular significance within the Gold Eagle series as the lowest mintage $5 Uncirculated Gold Eagle ever produced, with only 159,500 coins struck. This figure is dramatically lower than subsequent years—most notably the 1999 issue with 2,750,338 pieces—making the 1988 a key date for series collectors. While most examples from this mintage typically grade MS69, finding an MS70 specimen represents a notable accomplishment in the market. PCGS Certificate #57627685 accompanies this lot, with population data indicating only 46 total coins graded across all grades. The combination of lowest-mintage status, exceptional preservation, and perfect technical grade establishes this as a significant offering for advanced Gold Eagle collectors and those seeking the finest examples of this popular fractional gold series.
