The official gold bullion coin of the United States, the American Gold Eagle, is one of the most highly sought-after coins in the world. With inspirational designs, exceptional finishes, and a weight and purity guaranteed by the US government, it is the perfect addition to an investor’s portfolio or a numismatist’s collection. Today, the 1989-P ½ oz Proof American Gold Eagle is available in perfect condition from JM Bullion.
Coin Highlights:
- Contains ½ troy ounce of actual gold content.
- Bears a face value of $25 (USD) backed by the federal government.
- Issued a perfect grade of PR70 by the Professional Coin Grading Service.
- Features the “P” mint mark from the Philadelphia Mint.
- Available in Deep-cameo finish.
- Ships in PCGS protective slabs to ensure coin’s perfect condition upon arrival.
American Gold Eagle coins were first introduced in 1986. The program originally included a bullion version in four weights (1 oz, ½ oz, ¼ oz, and 1/10 oz) and the proof version in 1 oz. The ½ oz coin was added in 1987 for the proof, and the ¼ oz and 1/10 oz added in 1988. Today, the coin program has an additional uncirculated version available, and is struck in all four weights for that coin, as well.
These 1989-P ½ oz Proof American Gold Eagle coins were among the last Gold Eagles from the United States Mint with Roman numerals for the date marks. From 1986-1991, Roman numerals were used to date the coins, with the Mint switching to Arabic numbers in 1992.
Each of the Proof American Gold Eagles in this listing is in perfect PR70 condition according to the PCGS. Coins with this grade have a full, original luster, and no hairlines, contact marks, blemishes, or other detracting flaws. Deep-cameo refers to the strong, frosted finish of the design set and the deeply-mirrored, clear background field.
The obverse side bears Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ original Liberty image, first used in 1907 on the $20 Gold Double Eagle. On the reverse, Miley Busiek’s depiction of a family of bald eagles in its nest is unique to this coin series.
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