1987 $5 Tenth-Ounce Gold Eagle, MS

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# 1987 $5 Tenth-Ounce Gold Eagle, PCGS MS70. An exceptional perfect strike 1987 $5 Gold Eagle, representing a remarkable specimen from the early years of the American Gold Eagle series. This MS70 example showcases the pinnacle of numismatic preservation and quality, with a pristine surface that exemplifies the pinnacle of minting excellence. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint with a limited mintage of 580,266 pieces, this tenth-ounce gold coin features the iconic design by Augustus Saint Gaudens and Miley Busiek. Composed of 91.67% gold, this coin represents a beautiful marriage of artistic design and precious metal craftsmanship. The coin's technical specifications include a precise weight of 3.39g, a diameter of 16.5mm, and a classic reeded edge characteristic of high-quality gold coinage. The PCGS MS70 grade is particularly noteworthy, with only 173 total examples achieving this perfect designation. This makes the coin an exceptional rarity in the 1987 Gold Eagle series. As the second year of issue for the Gold Eagle program, this piece holds significant historical and collectible importance. Collectors will appreciate the near-impossible perfection of this specimen, which represents the absolute pinnacle of mint state preservation. Certification Details: - PCGS MS70. - Certificate Number: 38504642. - Population: 173 total graded at this level. Key Specifications: - Composition: 91.67% Gold, 3% Silver, 5.33% Copper. - Mintage: 580,266. - Mint: Philadelphia. - Designer: Augustus Saint Gaudens/Miley Busiek