1996-W Proof Gold Eagle 1/4 oz Brown Label

Description

1996-W Proof Gold Eagle 1/4 oz Brown Label, NGC PF70. This exceptional 1996-W Proof Gold Eagle represents one of the finest examples of the one-quarter ounce denomination from the West Point Mint. Encapsulated by NGC with a coveted PF70 grade and bearing the brown label designation, this coin exemplifies the pinnacle of proof coinage craftsmanship from the American Eagle program. The 1996-W quarter-ounce proof gold eagle contains .2419 troy ounces of pure gold and features Augustus Saint-Gaudens' iconic Liberty design on the obverse, paired with the reverse eagle motif. The brown label holder indicates this coin was graded during an earlier period of NGC's certification history, adding to its numismatic interest for advanced collectors who appreciate vintage slabs and early certification examples. The perfect PF70 grade reflects flawless surfaces with sharp striking detail and pristine proof characteristics throughout. This coin represents an outstanding example for the serious American gold eagle collector or proof gold enthusiast seeking premium-quality specimens from the mid-1990s production period.