Description
Why purchase this flawless First Day of Issue 1 oz. 2023-W American Gold Eagle Proof coin?
The American Gold Eagle series is a popular annual release of the U.S. Mint. Since its introduction in 1986, there has only been one design change to the series, which occurred in 2021. This 2023 dated proof release of the series represents only the third year of issue of the Type-2 variety Gold Eagle.
- This 2023 Gold Eagle coin contains 1 Troy oz. of .9167 fine gold (22 karat).
- The West Point Mint product is issued as U.S. legal tender with a fifty dollar face value.
- The coin is struck with a magnificent proof finish.
- The 32.70 mm diameter coin features an innovative interrupted edge to thwart counterfeiting.
- The coin qualified for the coveted First Day of Issue attribution.
- An elegant gold foil certification label is included with the impeccably graded coin.
- Mintage is limited to just 22,500 pieces.
Beautifully Rendered Patriotic Imagery
Obverse: The obverse features a revival of acclaimed sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ interpretation of Lady Liberty carrying a torch and an olive branch that appeared on the 1907 Gold Double Eagle coin. Inscribed “LIBERTY,” “2023,” the Mint mark “W” and the artist’s monogram “ASG.”
Reverse: An eagle portrait created by U.S. Mint Artistic Infusion Program member Jennie Norris adorns the reverse. Inscriptions include “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “E PLURIBUS UNUM,” “IN GOD WE TRUST,” “50 DOLLARS” and “1 OZ. FINE GOLD.”
Exceptionally Struck Proof 70
This 2023-W American Gold Eagle 1 oz. proof coin was submitted to the Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC) for review within twenty-four hours of release. The coin was awarded the NGC’s most prestigious grade of Proof 70 Ultra Cameo (UC) for its impeccable strike, flawless surfaces, and the incredibly sharp differentiation between its frosted and mirrored finishes. The authenticated First Day of Issue $50 gold proof coin is presented in a sonically sealed NGC black core protective holder, along with a ModernCoinMart exclusive gold foil certification label. The graded coin will arrive with its original Mint issued Certificate of Authenticity.
