1987 $5 Tenth-Ounce Gold Eagle, MS

Description

# 1987 $5 Tenth-Ounce Gold Eagle PCGS MS70. A pristine exemplar of the early American Gold Eagle series, this 1987 $5 Gold Coin represents a pinnacle of numismatic preservation and excellence. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint during the second year of the modern Gold Eagle program, this coin showcases the impeccable artistry of its distinguished designers. Graded a flawless PCGS MS70, this specimen is among the rarest of its vintage, with only 173 examples achieving this ultimate grade. The coin features the iconic Saint-Gaudens design reimagined by Miley Busiek, embodying the quintessential American gold coinage aesthetic. Composed of 91.67% gold, with complementary silver and copper alloys, the coin weighs a precise 3.39 grams and measures 16.5mm in diameter. From the 1987 mintage of 580,266 pieces, this perfect specimen represents the pinnacle of striking quality and preservation. Its reeded edge and immaculate surfaces testify to the exceptional minting standards of the era. Collectors and investors will appreciate both its numismatic significance and intrinsic gold value. Provenance Details: - PCGS Certification: 38504642. - Population: 173 in MS70 grade. - Estimated Market Value: $800