1987 PCGS PR-69 1 oz American Gold Eagle Proof Coin

1987 PCGS PR-69 1 oz American Gold Eagle Proof Coin

Proof coins were included in the American Gold Eagle Collection a few months later after the debut of the American Eagle Program in 1986.

Like their bullion version, Proof Gold Eagles are made of 22k gold and showcase Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ and Miley Busiek’s designs. However, they exhibit a mirror-like luster that enhances their appearance and highlights the most intricate design details.

Today, SD Bullion sells 1987 Proof Gold Eagles, graded by PCGS as PR-69 coins.

Coin Highlights

• Evaluated, encapsulated, and graded as a PR-69 coin by PCGS;

• Proof coin;

• Produced by the US Mint;

• Contains 1 oz of actual gold content;

• With anti-counterfeiting reeded edges;

• Holds a USD 50 face value and legal tender status;

• The obverse displays Lady Liberty;

• The reverse features a family of Bald Eagles.

The Design

The obverse features Saint-Gaudens’ Lady Liberty, who marches forward with a torch and an olive branch, representing the nation's progress toward peace and enlightenment. 

The Capitol Building, the word “LIBERTY,” and the coin’s mintage year complete the design.

The reverse features a family of Bald Eagles, designed by Miley Busiek. The female eagle cherishes her hatchling under her wing while the male perches on their nest. 

Weight, metal content, and face value are described as “1 OZ. FINE GOLD—50 DOLLARS.” The engravings “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA” and the mottos “E PLURIBUS UNUM” and “IN GOD WE TRUST” supplement the imagery.

A PCGS PR-69 Coin 

The Sheldon Grading Scale ranges from 1 to 70 and is used as a parameter for third-party services, like PCGS, which stands for Professional Coin Grading Service, to appraise and grade coins.

According to the scale, PR stands for Proof Coin, indicating a coin produced for collection purposes, which exhibits mirror-like surfaces in contrast with frosted design elements. 69 is the grade attributed to coins whose flaws are almost invisible.

Buy 1987 PCGS PR-69 1 oz American Gold Eagle Proof Coin at SD Bullion

Proof Gold Eagle is a masterpiece of design and craftsmanship.

Purchase the 1987 PCGS PR-69 1 oz American Gold Eagle Proof Coin online, 24/7, from SD Bullion.

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