1997-W Proof Gold Eagle 1/4 oz Brown Label

Description

1997-W Proof Gold Eagle 1/4 oz Brown Label, NGC PF70. This exceptional 1997-W Proof Gold Eagle represents one of the finest examples of this classic American bullion coin. The 1/4 ounce denomination has long been favored by collectors and investors alike, combining the prestige of the Eagle program with the accessibility of a smaller gold weight. This particular specimen is housed in an NGC holder with a brown label designation, indicating it was graded during an earlier period of the certification service's history. Achieving a perfect NGC PF70 grade, this coin exhibits the sharp strike definition and pristine surfaces characteristic of the finest proof gold eagles. The West Point mint mark (W) confirms its production at the U.S. Mint's West Point facility. At this elite grade level, the coin displays flawless proof fields and sharply rendered design elements, making it highly desirable to advanced collectors pursuing registry set completeness or specialized collections focused on proof American gold coinage. The 1997 proof date represents the middle period of the modern American Eagle proof program, when production standards remained consistently high. This certified specimen offers both numismatic appeal and the inherent value of its .9167 fine gold content. *NGC Certificate #9917*