Certified Proof American Gold Eagle $5 2006-W PR70 PCGS

The process of keeping the American Gold Eagle, at the top of the most desired gold coins list, is extensive but worth while. In order to keep the luster pristine and the strike sharp, the US Mint creates a new die annually from scratch. Throwing out the dies from the previous year, the US Mint makes sure every detail is flawless before producing the new coin. The US Mint only sells directly to authorized dealers, allowing those dealers the ability to distribute to the public. In 1986, the United States began striking gold and silver bullion coins to compete with world bullion coins such as the Canadian Maple Leaf, the South African Krugerrand, and others. The value of these coins was intended to be tied directly to their metal value, although in some cases (where mintages were low) a collector market has developed.

The American Gold Eagle's authenticity and legal tender is backed by the US government, ensuring the validity of your investment. Although collectors and investors know what to expect when it comes to the design, of the American Gold Eagle, this coin only increases in popularity each year. The Certified Proof American Gold Eagle $5 2006-W PR70 PCGS was graded by one of the lead grading agencies, in the US, PCGS, and earned the ideal grade of PF70.

Coin Highlights
-Contains 1/10 oz of .999 pure gold
-PF70 grade, PCGS issued
-Encased in an official PCGS certified holder.
-The obverse design features the iconic Lady Liberty, dressed in a Grecian robe and boldly carrying a torch. This design was inspired by the $20 Saint-Gaudens double eagle design, first created in 1907. There are also 50 stars encircling Lady Liberty, representative of the 50 states. The coin's date of mintage is also displayed on the obverse.
-The reverse reveals the nation's pride and joy: two Bald Eagles. The king of the Birds of Prey, the Bald Eagles are displayed making a nest out of olive branches, while protecting their young. The coin's gold weight, purity, and monetary value are engraved on the reverse as well.