2006 NGC MS-70 1/2 oz American Gold Eagle Coin
The 1/2 oz gold coin is a remarkable counterpart of the vast collection of American Gold Eagles. The series comprises 22k gold coins of several sizes and finishes, with the half-ounce coin being the heaviest fractional option.
American Gold Eagle offers a blend of historical significance and modern-day appeal. It combines a 1907 Saint-Gaudens design with a lovely portrayal of Bald Eagles, illustrated by Miley Busiek.
Today, you can find 2006 1/2 oz American Gold Eagles, sealed in NGC slabs and certified as MS-70 coins.
Coin Highlights
- Evaluated, encapsulated, and graded as an MS-70 coin by the NGC;
- Made by the US Mint;
- Contains 1/2 oz of .9167 fine gold;
- With anti-counterfeiting reeded edges;
- Holds a USD 25 face value and legal tender status;
- The obverse showcases Lady Liberty;
- The reverse displays a family of Bald Eagles.
The Design
On the obverse, Augustus Saint-Gaudens' iconic Lady Liberty strides confidently forward, torch in hand, symbolizing enlightenment and hope. The design is completed with the Capitol Building, the word “LIBERTY,” and the coin’s mintage year.
The reverse features a family of eagles, beautifully capturing the strength and unity of American ideals. The inscriptions detailing the weight, metal content, and face value read “1/2 OZ. FINE GOLD—25 DOLLARS.” Additionally, the engravings “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA” and the mottos “E PLURIBUS UNUM” and “IN GOD WE TRUST” enhance the design.
An NGC MS-70 coin
NGC, or Numismatic Guaranty Company, works independently from sovereign mints appraising and grading coins using the Sheldon Scale, which ranges from 1 to 70.
The term MS or Mint State describes a coin with the same format as a business circulation one that remained uncirculated. 70 is the grade given to coins with no visible flaws.
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