2016-W PCGS SP-70 1/4 oz Standing Liberty Gold Quarter Dollar Coin – 100th Anniversary Label
In 2016, the United States Mint honored the centennial of some of the most iconic designs in American coinage by reproducing them in stunning 24-karat gold. Among these releases was the Standing Liberty Quarter design, originally created by Hermon MacNeil and struck in silver from 1916 to 1930.
This commemorative issue contains 1/4 troy oz of .9999 fine gold, carries legal tender status, and was produced at the West Point Mint, bearing the “W” mint mark. Struck in limited quantities, this coin is slabbed and graded SP-70 by PCGS and sealed with the coveted 100th Anniversary Label, enhancing its collectible appeal.
You can acquire the 2016-W PCGS SP-70 1/4 oz Standing Liberty Gold Quarter Dollar Coin – 100th Anniversary Label at SD Bullion.
Coin Highlights
- Slabbed and graded SP-70 by PCGS;
- Sealed with the 100th Anniversary Label;
- Contains 1/4 troy oz of .9999 fine gold;
- Specimen strike produced by the United States Mint;
- Struck at the West Point Mint with a “W” mint mark;
- Sovereign gold coin with legal tender status and a $0.25 face value;
- Centennial reproduction of the historic Standing Liberty Quarter design;
- The obverse features Lady Liberty in a warrior stance;
- The reverse displays a flying bald eagle.
The Design
The obverse portrays Lady Liberty as a vigilant guardian, stepping forward through a gateway while holding a shield and an olive branch, symbolizing readiness and peace. The design includes the inscription “LIBERTY,” along with “2016,” “AU24K,” and “1/4 OZ,” denoting the coin’s year, purity, and weight. The “W” mint mark appears discreetly on the lower portion of the design.
The reverse showcases a bald eagle soaring in flight, surrounded by the inscriptions “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA” and “QUARTER DOLLAR.” The motto “E PLURIBUS UNUM” appears above the eagle, while thirteen stars pay tribute to the original colonies.
A PCGS SP-70 Coin
PCGS (Professional Coin Grading Service) certifies coins using the Sheldon Scale from 1 to 70. A Specimen (SP) strike refers to a specially produced coin with sharper detail and superior finish compared to standard circulation issues. An SP-70 grade indicates a flawless coin with no visible imperfections under magnification. The 100th Anniversary Label further distinguishes this coin as part of the celebrated centennial release.
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