1997 1/10 oz American Gold Eagle MS-69 NGC
Numismatic
1997 1/10 oz American Gold Eagle MS-69 NGC
The 1997 tenth-ounce Gold American Eagle is a remarkable example of United States coinage, combining precise metal content with iconic artistic designs. Struck with a purity of 0.9167 fine gold, this five-dollar denomination coin contains exactly 0.1000 troy ounces of actual precious metal weight. Its production run for the year reached a worldwide mintage of 528,515 pieces, each backed by the official guarantee of the United States Mint. On the obverse, the coin displays a powerful depiction of Lady Liberty walking forward, set against a backdrop of radiating sunbeams. The reverse features a detailed wildlife scene, showing a male bald eagle soaring through the air while carrying an olive branch back to a nest that holds a female eagle and their young. This specific specimen has been professionally certified in Mint State 69 (MS-69) condition, representing a nearly perfect strike that preserves the fine details of both complex designs.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1997 |
| Grade | NGC |
| Legal-tender face value | 5 Dollars |
| Metal | Gold |
| Weight | 0.1000 troy oz |
| Purity | .9167 |
| Diameter | 16.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.19 mm |
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