1987 $5 Tenth-Ounce Gold Eagle, MS

Description

# 1987 $5 Tenth-Ounce Gold Eagle, PCGS MS70. An exceptional perfect-grade specimen of the early American Gold Eagle series, this 1987 $5 Gold Eagle represents a pinnacle of numismatic quality and preservation. Graded a flawless *MS70* by PCGS, this coin is among the rarest and most desirable examples from its inaugural decade of production. Designed by the legendary Augustus Saint-Gaudens and featuring modern interpretations by Miley Busiek, this tenth-ounce gold coin exemplifies the American Gold Eagle program's artistic and technical excellence. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint with a total mintage of 580,266, this particular example is one of only 173 coins ever graded at the perfect MS70 level, making it a true numismatic treasure. Composed of 91.67% gold, with complementary alloys of silver and copper, the coin weighs 3.39 grams and measures 16.5mm in diameter. Its reeded edge and impeccable surfaces showcase the pinnacle of United States Mint striking capabilities. As the second year of issue for the Gold Eagle series, this 1987 example holds significant historical and collectible importance. Provenance and Rarity: With its PCGS Certificate #38504642, this coin represents an extraordinary opportunity for the discerning collector seeking a virtually perfect example of this iconic American gold coin. Its MS70 grade commands a significant premium, reflecting its extreme rarity and pristine state.