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The Certified $10 Gold Indian 1910-S MS61 NGC CAC is a compelling and historically important example from the early years of one of America’s most artistically admired gold coin series. Graded Mint State 61 by NGC (Numismatic Guaranty Company) and verified with CAC (Certified Acceptance Corporation) approval, this coin represents a significant value for collectors seeking quality within the Mint State range. The green CAC sticker signifies that this particular specimen meets or exceeds the strict standards for the MS61 grade, offering assurance of superior quality and eye appeal relative to others at the same level. Struck at the San Francisco Mint, the 1910-S is a desirable issue with relatively low mintage and limited availability in uncirculated grades.
The obverse features the bold and elegant left-facing portrait of Liberty wearing a Native American feathered headdress, designed by Augustus Saint-Gaudens. The word “LIBERTY” is inscribed across the headband of the headdress, and thirteen six-pointed stars, representing the original colonies, arc above the portrait. The date “1910” is prominently placed below the neck truncation. As a Mint State 61 example, this 1910-S retains sharp central detail, particularly in the feathers and facial features, although it may exhibit moderate contact marks in the fields or on Liberty’s cheek. Despite these marks, the CAC endorsement indicates that the coin possesses strong eye appeal for the grade, with consistent luster and a solid strike.
The reverse features a powerful standing eagle perched on a bundle of arrows with an olive branch woven between them. The inscriptions “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “E PLURIBUS UNUM,” and “IN GOD WE TRUST” surround the eagle, and the denomination “TEN DOLLARS” is placed along the lower edge. The “S” mintmark, indicating the San Francisco Mint, is located to the left of the arrows. The reverse on this MS61 CAC-approved coin remains well-defined, with the eagle’s feathers and talons showing good detail. While small abrasions are present, they are relatively unobtrusive and do not detract from the overall aesthetic quality affirmed by the CAC verification.
Struck in 90% gold and 10% copper, the 1910-S Indian Head eagle weighs 16.72 grams and measures 27 millimeters in diameter, containing 0.48375 troy ounces of pure gold. The gold eagle was a principal denomination used for both domestic reserves and international trade during the early 20th century. The Indian Head design, part of President Theodore Roosevelt’s artistic renaissance of American coinage, brought classical elements and bold American symbolism to the nation’s gold currency. The Saint-Gaudens design paired traditional strength with sculptural sophistication, and the $10 Indian remains one of the most revered gold issues in U.S. history.
The mintage of the 1910-S $10 Gold Indian was a modest 811,000 coins. While not the lowest in the series, its survival rate in Mint State grades is limited due to widespread circulation and the attrition caused by the 1933 gold recall and subsequent melting. Mint State examples—especially those certified by NGC and approved by CAC—are considerably more difficult to find than circulated specimens. MS61 coins with CAC approval are particularly desirable, as they represent the upper echelon of their grade and provide collectors confidence in the coin’s overall quality relative to others of the same numeric designation.
NGC’s MS61 grade signifies that the coin is uncirculated and shows no wear, but it may display moderate contact marks, hairlines, or other minor surface imperfections from mint handling and storage. What sets this particular coin apart is its CAC endorsement, indicating that it has been reviewed by a second expert authority and deemed a strong candidate within its assigned grade. This additional layer of quality assurance is especially valuable to collectors and investors seeking coins that are not just accurately graded but also represent premium examples within their classification.
Visually, the 1910-S in MS61 CAC typically presents a vibrant yellow-gold appearance, often with soft orange or rose undertones due to the copper alloy in the planchet. Cartwheel luster may be present, especially in protected areas, and the bold relief of Liberty’s headdress and the eagle’s stance makes this coin visually dynamic despite its modest Mint State grade. The San Francisco Mint was known for strong strikes and excellent die work, which is often evident even in lower Mint State examples. This 1910-S displays those qualities with a pleasing blend of detail and remaining brilliance.
Historically, the year 1910 was situated during a transitional era in U.S. history, marked by economic growth, international expansion, and the continued rise of the West. The San Francisco Mint played a crucial role in producing gold coinage to serve the nation’s growing financial demands and trade across the Pacific. The $10 Indian, as a high-value gold piece, was integral to the American gold standard system, and coins like this one helped facilitate both banking operations and international transactions. The 1910-S issue, being one of the earliest San Francisco Mint coins of the redesigned series, holds a meaningful place in numismatic history.
Today, the Certified $10 Gold Indian 1910-S MS61 NGC CAC is an excellent acquisition for collectors building an Indian Head eagle date-mint set, those interested in early 20th-century U.S. gold coinage, or investors seeking solid pre-1933 certified gold. Its modest mintage, CAC approval, and high gold content ensure it maintains value both numismatically and intrinsically. With rising interest in premium-quality examples within each grade tier, MS61 CAC coins are increasingly seen as smart, quality-conscious alternatives to gem-grade pieces. This 1910-S offers beauty, scarcity, and historical legacy in a single certified and CAC-verified coin.