2006 NGC MS-70 First Strikes 1/2 oz American Gold Eagle Coin

2006 NGC MS-70 First Strikes 1/2 oz American Gold Eagle Coin

The American Gold Eagle coin embodies the core values of the Founding Fathers through its captivating patriotic designs. 

The series of 22k gold coins includes a 1/2 oz Gold Eagle, which has a monetary denomination of USD 25, among its variety of sizes and finishes. 

This specific coin was made available for public purchase within the first 30 days of the US Mint’s official release and was certified by NGC as MS-70 coins.

Today, SD Bullion offers 2006 1/2 oz American Gold Eagle Coins, sealed and certified by NGC as MS-70.

Coin Highlights

• Certified, encapsulated, and graded as an MS-70 coin by the NGC;
• Produced by the US Mint;
• Purchased within the first 30 release days;
• Contains 1/2 oz of actual gold content;
• With anti-counterfeiting reeded edges;
• Holds legal tender status and a USD $25 denomination;
• The obverse features Lady Liberty;
• The reverse showcases a family of Bald Eagles.

The Design

On the obverse, Lady Liberty, the feminine guise, marches forward, carrying a torch and an olive branch, representing national progress, light, and peace. 

The word “LIBERTY,” the year of issuance, and the US Capitol Building complete the design.

The illustration of a family of Bald Eagles stamps the reverse. It showcases a female Bald Eagle cherishing her hatchling under her wing while the male Eagle perches their nest. 

The design also displays the words “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA” and the mottos “E PLURIBUS UNUM” and “IN GOD WE TRUST.” The coin’s weight, metal content, and face value are at the bottom, and it reads: “1/2 OZ. FINE GOLD—25 DOLLARS.”

An NGC MS-70 “First Strikes” Coin

Like similar third-party grading services, NGC (Numismatic Guaranty Company) appraises and grades coins according to the Sheldon Scale, which ranges from 1 to 70 based on the coin’s condition.

According to the NGC, “First Strikes” refers to coins that were publicly available within the first 30 days of the US Mint's official release. 

The term MS or Mint State corresponds to a piece with the same format as a widespread circulation coin that remained uncirculated. Grade 70 is given to flawless coins.

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