2014-P PCGS PR-70 1 oz Australian Wedge-Tailed Eagle High Relief Proof Gold Coin - John Mercanti Label

2014-P PCGS PR-70 1 oz Australian Wedge-Tailed Eagle High Relief Proof Gold Coin - John Mercanti Label

The Perth Mint's Wedge-Tailed Eagle Series is inspired by Australia’s largest bird of prey, the majestic wedge-tailed eagle, renowned for its striking two-meter wingspan and commanding presence.

The series’ trademark features an exclusive eagle reverse design, signed by John M. Mercanti, US Mint Chief Engraver.

John M. Mercanti, the 12th Chief Engraver of the US Mint, created numerous designs for US circulating, commemorative, and bullion coins, including the original reverse of the Silver Eagles. In 2021, he was recognized as one of the most influential figures in numismatics.

This 1 oz coin is made of 99.99% pure gold and enhanced by an alluring mirror-like luster and high-relief design imprint.

At SD Bullion, you can acquire 2014 1 oz Australian Wedge-Tailed Eagle Proof Gold Coins, graded as PR-70 by PCGS and sealed with a John M. Mercanti Label.

Coin Highlights

• Evaluated, encapsulated, and graded as PR-70 coins by PCGS;

• Sealed with a John M. Mercanti Label;

• Incused High Relief Proof coin;

• Produced by the Perth Mint;

• Part of the Wedge-Tailed Eagle Series;

• Contains 1 oz of .9999 pure gold;

• Holds an AUD 100 face value, backed by Australia;

• The obverse portrays of Queen Elizabeth II;

• The reverse displays John M. Mercanti’s Eagle unique design.

The Design

The obverse portrays Queen Elizabeth II as depicted by Ian Rank-Broadley. Her Majesty’s bust is surrounded by the engravings “AUSTRALIA,” “ELIZABETH II,” and “100 DOLLARS.”

The reverse features an exclusive illustration of the Australian Wedge-Tailed Eagle created by John M. Mercanti. It is surrounded by the series’ name on top and the coin’s description of mintage, weight, fineness, and metal content: “2014 1 oz 9999 GOLD.”

The design features an Eagle flying with a branch in its talons.

A PCGS PR-70 Coin

PCGS—Professional Coin Grading Service operates independently of sovereign mints. It evaluates and grades coins using the Sheldon Scale, a grading system from 1 to 70.

PR stands for Proof Coin, indicating a coin produced for collection purposes. It exhibits mirror-like surfaces in contrast with frosted design elements. 70 is the highest grade, indicating a coin with no visible flaws.

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