Numismatics

The 1807 PCGS MS64 Bust Left $5 Gold Liberty is a remarkable coin, celebrated for its historical significance and aesthetic appeal. Struck during a pivotal era in American coinage, this piece features the classic bust design by John Reich, which exemplifies early 19th-century artistry. With a total mintage of just 51,000 coins, it is relatively rare, contributing to its desirability among collectors. The MS64 grade signifies an impressive level of preservation, making it one of the finest known examples. The population reports indicate a limited number of coins in similar or better grades, enhancing its status as a coveted collectible in the realm of numismatics.

In 1866, a mere 3,630 $20 Liberty Head gold coins were struck. This relatively small mintage reflects the transitional nature of the U.S. Mint during the post-Civil War era, as the nation was adjusting to new coinage designs and economic conditions. Among these, the 1866 CAC MS64 $20 Gold Liberty DMPL coin stands out exceptionally. It is particularly notable because it holds a unique position in the grading population: it is the only coin of its type to have achieved the MS64 grade with the Deep Mirror Proof Like (DMPL) designation, with none graded higher from that year. This singular status underscores the coin's rarity and high quality, making it a standout piece for collectors and investors. The CAC (Certified Acceptance Corporation) is a service that provides an additional layer of authentication and quality assurance for coins already graded by major numismatic grading services. The designation "MS64" refers to the coin's grade, indicating it is in Mint State with some minor imperfections. "DMPL" stands for Deep Mirror Proof Like, a designation indicating that the coin's surfaces exhibit a highly reflective, mirror-like finish, which is typically seen in Proof coins but can occasionally appear in high-quality Mint State coins.

In 2002 Gold Eagle bullion coins experienced an uptick in interest based on a surge in the price of Gold. The Mint struck over 62,000 one-quarter ounce Gold American Eagles which represented nearly a 15% decrease when compared to the previous year mintage. Less than 2% of these pieces have received the perfect grade of 70 by NGC. This coin features eye catching luster, and strong detail throughout. This piece is a must add to any collection.

When considering early year Gold Eagles, many investors and collectors strive to acquire the pieces with very low populations such as this 1991 $5 piece. Notably, this year represented the final year the date included on the obverse would be expressed in Roman numerals. In subsequent years, the date would be shown in Arabic numerals. If you are looking to complete your roman numeral collection or complete your whole collection this pristine piece should be in your portfolio. This exquisite piece features a pristine field with razor-sharp devices. The details are incredibly crisp and well defined for a coin from 1991. There were just over 165,000 pieces produced by the US Mint and only 105 pieces have achieved the perfect Mint State 70 grade by PCGS.

In 1999, we saw a sharp increase in the mintage of the bullion version of the Silver American Eagle, mainly due to Y2K. The Mint produced 2.5 million coins more coin than the previous year. Even with these high mintage numbers, less than 1% were able to achieve a perfect 70 grade by PCGS. The satiny, finely textured surfaces of this one-ounce Silver Eagle are pristine. Featuring amazing luster and perfect strike, this delightful example exhibits technically surfaces, with vibrant mint luster and well-detailed design elements throughout.

Only 2 finer at PCGS. None finer at NGC. Older blue label Collectors should not have much trouble locating an 1882-S twenty (1.1 million coins struck) in MS61 or MS62, but Select Uncirculated coins like this pose an entirely different challenge. This MS63 is among the finest examples at PCGS. It features radiant, frosty mint luster and appealing warm golden color. PCGS Price Guide...$15,750.

This is a 1928 $20 Saint Gaudens Gold NGC MS64+ Double Eagle Coin, graded by NGC and minted by the US Mint. It features a beautiful design by Augustus Saint Gaudens and is composed of 0.900 fineness gold with a precious metal content of 0.9675 per unit. The strike type is business and it is classified as MS 64 grade. This coin is a wonderful addition to any collection and is a great investment in precious metals.

Pop 7 with two finer at PCGS. This Gem 1874 Arrows half dollar boasts astounding luster and color on both sides, with a satiny texture in the fields and more rich frosting across the design elements. The obverse is toned in splashes of bronze and navy-blue patina at the borders, while the reverse is equally colored in shades of gold, crimson and sapphire blue. PCGS Price Guide...$35,000.

In the year 1998, we saw the one-tenth-ounce Platinum American Eagle mintage drop by nearly forty percent, with just over 39,000 pieces produced. Due to these low mintage numbers, collectors and investors try to add these to their collections when they become available. Only 20 coins have been certified perfect 70 by PCGS. If you have been looking to add a truly exceptional and rare Platinum Eagle, look no further than this flawless one-tenth-ounce piece.

Only 6 finer at NGC. The conditionally challenged 1917-S Reverse Mintmark issue is a much rarer Walking Liberty half dollar in Gem grades than the generous mintage might imply. This is an exceptionally lustrous and beautiful example bathed in a faint medley of light russet iridescence. NGC Price Guide..$12,000.

Pop 10 with 2 Finer. Both sides of this premium quality example are virtually pristine, the surfaces with a silky smooth texture that is predominantly satiny in finish. NGC Price Guide...$20,000.

Pop 5 Only one finer at NGC. This gorgeous Superb Gem proof has rich golden surfaces with pinpoint design details. The devices on this 1905 are also highly reflective and there is a slight trace of contrast, depending on the angle you view this beauty. A delight to behold. NGC Price Guide...$35,000.

If you have been looking for a $5 Gold American Eagle from the first year of release, look no further than this beautiful Gold American Eagle with show-stopping eye appeal. The satiny, finely textured surfaces of this one-ounce Gold Eagle are pristine. Featuring amazing luster and perfect strike, this delightful example exhibits technically perfect yellow and orange-gold surfaces, with vibrant mint luster and well-detailed design elements throughout. In 1986, the United States mint struck 912,609 tenth-ounce Gold American Eagles and less than 1% were able to achieve a perfect 70 grade by NGC.

Have you been looking for a key year in the Gold American Eagle series? Then look no further than the 1995 Gold Eagle which marked the ten-year anniversary of the series. The mint remained steady in their production of Gold Eagle and produced a little over 83,000 one-quarter ounce Gold Eagles and less than 1% of those coins have achieved the near perfect grade of MS69 by PCGS. This scarce coin is a great addition for investors and collectors alike. This is truly a key date in the series and a must own for any collection.

In 1997 we saw the U.S Mint expand its offerings with the new Platinum Eagle. The introduction of this new piece was expected to slow the demand for Gold Eagles, but we saw the opposite effect. The sales and production of the one-ounce Gold Eagles hit a ten-year high with over 600,000 pieces produced. Even though we saw a over a double in the yearly production, only 1,100 pieces have been graded MS69 by NGC. This piece features sharp details on the obverse and reverse and the luster is pleasing to the eye. This is a key date to any collection.

In 1992, we saw a sharp decline in the mintage of the bullion version of the Silver American Eagle. The Mint produced 1.5 millions coins less than the previous year. Given the low mintage numbers, less than 1% were able to achieve a perfect 70 grade by PCGS. The satiny, finely textured surfaces of this one-ounce Silver Eagle are pristine. Featuring amazing luster and perfect strike, this delightful example exhibits technically surfaces, with vibrant mint luster and well-detailed design elements throughout.

Are you building a Proof 70 collection of Gold Eagles? Then you need to add the 2011 series of Gold Eagles to your portfolio. The US Mint produced just over 42,000 one-tenth ounce Gold Eagles and less than 4% of those coins minted have been graded a perfect Proof 70 by NGC. This is a beautifully struck piece that is perfectly preserved. It features a deep mirror finish that is highly lustrous and will make an excellent addition to any collection.

In the year 2002 we saw the one-ounce Platinum American Eagle production start drop off by nearly 20% compared to the previous year. The mint produced just over 11,000 one-ounce pieces. Only 478 pieces have received the near perfect grade of MS69 by NGC. This coin shows very well and is a key date in the series.

In 2003 the U.S Mint only struck just over 25,000 one-quarter ounce Platinum American Eagles, which represents nearly a 10% drop in production when compared to the previous year. This 2003 $25 Platinum Eagle is graded MS70 by the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation. The impeccably smooth, unmarked silver-gray surfaces are what really stand out on this beautiful piece. This one-quarter ounce platinum coin is an amazing investment or a terrific addition to a collection. Fractional platinum is sought after by investors and collectors across the world because they are no longer in production by the U.S Mint. 

Have you been looking for a Silver American Eagle from the third year of its release? Then look no further than this beautiful Silver American Eagle with show-stopping eye appeal. The satiny, finely textured surfaces of this one-ounce Silver Eagle are pristine. Featuring amazing luster and perfect strike, this delightful example exhibits technically surfaces, with vibrant mint luster and well-detailed design elements throughout. In 1989, the United States mint struck over 5 million Silver American Eagles and less than 1% were able to achieve a perfect 70 grade by PCGS.

The year 2000 marked the fourth year of production of the Platinum American Eagle series. During this time, Platinum American Eagle production dropped by the U.S Mint. The mint produced just over 18,000 half-ounce pieces. That is equates to a 40% drop in production when compared to the previous year. Furthermore, only 33 pieces have achieved the flawless grade of MS70 by NGC. Platinum is a soft metal and can be easily damaged, making it difficult to find early-year platinum in perfect strikes. Fractional platinum is sought after by investors and collectors across the world because they are no longer in production by the U.S Mint.

In the year 1998, we saw the one-ounce Platinum American Eagle mintage nearly triple compared to the previous year, with just over 133,000 pieces minted. Even though the production hit a record high, these coins remain scarce in the perfect MS70 grade. Collectors and investors try to add these to their collections when they become available. Only 8 coins have been certified perfect MS70 by NGC. If you have been looking to add a truly exceptional and rare Platinum Eagle, look no further than this flawless one-ounce piece.

The year 2013 marked the seventeenth year of production of the Proof Platinum American Eagle series. The U.S Mint continued its design series for the Proof Platinum coin which features the theme “To Promote the General Welfare.” The design featured a depiction of Young America against the backdrop of three interlocking gears intended to symbolize the interconnection of power between the federal, local, and state governments. In 2013 the Mint struck 5,763 one-ounce proof Platinum American Eagles which represented nearly a 40% decrease in overall mintage when compared to the previous year. Less than 8% of the coins struck have received the perfect PF70 grade by PCGS.

The year 2011 marked the fifteenth year of production of the Proof Platinum American Eagle series. Only Proof versions of the Platinum American Eagle were available that year as the bullion version was suspended for the thirdThe year 2011 marked the fifteenth year of production of the Proof Platinum American Eagle series. Only Proof versions of the Platinum American Eagle were available that year as the bullion version was suspended for the third consecutive year. The U.S Mint continued its design series for the Proof Platinum coin which features the concept “To Insure Domestic Tranquility”. The reverse design carries the image of a harvest goddess emerging from a field of wheat, intended to symbolize the vastness of the nation and diversity of views. In 2011 the Mint struck 14,791 one-ounce proof Platinum American Eagles which represented nearly a 50% increase in overall mintage when compared to the previous year. Less than 6% of the coins struck have received the perfect PF70 grade by NGC. consecutive year. The U.S Mint continued its design series for the Proof Platinum coin which features the concept “To Insure Domestic Tranquility”. The reverse design carries the image of a harvest goddess emerging from a field of wheat, intended to symbolize the vastness of the nation and diversity of views. In 2011 the Mint struck 14,791 one-ounce proof Platinum American Eagles which represented nearly a 50% increase in overall mintage when compared to the previous year. Less than 6% of the coins struck have received the perfect PF70 grade by NGC.