Numismatists covet many proof coins from around the world, but none is higher on that list than the American Gold Eagle. Struck annually by the United States Mint, with a gold content and weight guaranteed by the United States government, these coins are extremely popular each year. Right now, the 2014-W ½ oz Proof American Gold Eagle Coin is available from JM Bullion.
Coin Highlights:
- Coins available in a PCGS plastic slab to ensure coin’s condition.
- Bears a face value of $25 (USD) backed by the federal government.
- Graded a perfect PR70 by the Professional Coin Grading Service.
- Features a Deep-cameo finish.
- “W” mint mark identifies the West Point Mint as the production facility.
The brilliant appearance, sharper rims and design features, and smoother background fields on proof coins are created through a special striking process. Proof dies are polished before being loaded into a coining press, where each blank is struck under greater pressure to ensure visual brilliance on the finished product.
Proof American Gold Eagles were originally produced at the West Point Mint and Philadelphia Mint. The 1 oz weights have always been struck at West Point, while the fractional weight coins were first produced in Philadelphia, before shifting to the West Point Mint in 1994.
On the obverse side of each Proof American Gold Eagle is Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ image of Lady Liberty. His depiction features a full-length figure of Liberty as she strides forward over the nation’s capital city of Washington D.C. The torch held aloft in her right hand serves as a guiding light for the nation.
The reverse side bears the image of a male bald eagle flying over the family nest. In the nest, a female bald eagle guards a group of hatchlings. This image was created in 1986 by Miley Busiek, and is used specifically on the American Gold Eagle program.
Each of the coins in this product listing is available with a perfect PR70 grade from the PCGS. A perfect proof features its full, original luster and no detracting flaws of any kind. Deep-cameo products have strong, frosted design sets that appear to float above deeply-mirrored, clear background field.
We encourage all JM Bullion associates to contact us with questions. You can reach one of our team members on the phone at 800-276-6508, online through our live chat service, and via email. If you are interested in similar products, be sure to check out our full selection of Certified American Gold Eagles.