Certified Proof American Gold Eagle $50 2008-W PF70 NGC

The Certified Proof American Gold Eagle $50 2008-W PF70 NGC sports the top grade of PF70, for proof coins. NGC is the main grading agency, in the US, and is known for their top notch assay skills and technology. The Proof American Eagle collection have a more shiny finish, than the matte Brilliant Uncirculated coins. Minted at the West Point mint, the Certified Proof American Gold Eagle $50 2008-W PF70 NGC contains the "W" mint-mark.

The design, used for the American Gold Eagle, was created by Augustus Saint-Gaudens in 1907 and repurposed in 1986 for the gold eagle. The American Gold Eagle coin program rivals other popular gold coin series worldwide. Each coin is guaranteed by the US Mint and Treasury for it's weight and purity. The Lady Liberty design has been used as a symbol of patriotism since the US began minting their own currency and her message of courage and power still reigns true. Dressed in a light robe, Lady Liberty is depicted as a warrior, with only a torch and an olive branch as her weapons. The word, "Liberty," is written above her head, and 50 small stars encircle the coin's rim. The reverse displays the American Bald Eagle, making a nest with olive branches.

Coin Highlights
-Contains 1oz of pure gold but also has copper and silver added, resulting in the heaviest coin in US history.
-PF70 grade, NGC issued
-USD value of $50
-Encased in an official NGC certified holder.
-Obverse: Lady Liberty holding a torch and olive branch with the Capitol building in the background.
-Reverse: Designed by Miley Busiek and features a female eagle and her hatchlings with her companion flying high above with the olive branch.