Numismatics

Are you looking for a piece that is so beautiful it will stop people in their tracks? Then look no further than this beautiful piece that pays homage to famed U.S Mint Engraver, Augustus Saint Gaudens. To recreate this masterpiece, the mint used the original plaster models for the coins that were hand-sculpted by Saint-Gaudens himself. Upon its release, these coins sold out quickly at the Mint. Only 115,178 coins were minted and less than 9% of these coins have achieved the perfect Mint State 70 grade by NGC. The first coin struck was sent to the Smithsonian Museum for safekeeping and the U.S Mint kept one to add to its collection. At first glance, you will notice how deep and beautiful the high relief detail is on this piece which is achieved by 4mm thick planchets being struck twice with 65 metric tons of pressure. This is one of those truly exquisite pieces that deserve a place in your collection.

Are you building an MS70 $5 Gold Eagle Collection? Then 2010 $5 Gold Eagle needs to be part of your collection. In 2010 the Gold Eagle series experienced another year of heightened demand, as the long-running bull market for gold continued. The United States Mint began sales of the one-ounce bullion coins later than usual due to heightened demand for bullion coins which occurred in November 2009. Although the Mint had a late start, it was able to produce 435,000 pieces which were a ten year high. Furthermore, less than 3% of the total population have been certified perfect 70 by PCGS. This beautiful piece is a must-own for any investor or collector.

The year 2010 marked the fourteenth year of production of the Proof Platinum American Eagle series. Only Proof versions of the Platinum American Eagle were available that year as the bullion version was suspended for the second consecutive year. The U.S Mint continued its design series for the Proof Platinum coin which features the core concepts of American Democracy. This was the second design in the series featured an image of a blindfolded justice holding the scales and a laurel branch. In 2010 the Mint struck 9,871 one-ounce proof Platinum American Eagles which represented over a 20% increase in overall mintage when compared to the previous year. Less than 10% of the coins struck have received the perfect PF70 grade by PCGS.

Have you been looking to own a 24 Karat Gold Coin made by the U.S Mint? Then the Gold American Buffalo should be added to your collection. In 2011 the Mint produced a record 250,000 Gold Buffalo coins. Furthermore, less than 2% of all coins minted have achieved the perfect grade of Mint State 70. This Gold Buffalo has been given the Early Release designation. For a coin to qualify for an Early Release label it must be received by NGC or an NGC-approved depository within the first 30 days of the coin’s release.

The year 2011 marked the fifteenth year of production of the Proof Platinum American Eagle series. Only Proof versions of the Platinum American Eagle were available that year as the bullion version was suspended for the third consecutive year. The U.S Mint continued its design series for the Proof Platinum coin which features the concept “To Insure Domestic Tranquility”. The reverse design carries the image of a harvest goddess emerging from a field of wheat, intended to symbolize the vastness of the nation and diversity of views. In 2011 the Mint struck 14,791 one-ounce proof Platinum American Eagles which represented nearly a 50% increase in overall mintage when compared to the previous year. Less than 6% of the coins struck have received the perfect PF70 grade by NGC.

Are you building a Proof 70 collection of Gold Eagles? Then you need to add the 2011 series of Gold Eagles to your portfolio. The US Mint produced just over 42,000 one-tenth ounce Gold Eagles and less than 4% of those coins minted have been graded a perfect Proof 70 by NGC. This is a beautifully struck piece that is perfectly preserved. It features a deep mirror finish that is highly lustrous and will make an excellent addition to any collection.

The year 2011 marked the fifteenth year of production of the Proof Platinum American Eagle series. Only Proof versions of the Platinum American Eagle were available that year as the bullion version was suspended for the thirdThe year 2011 marked the fifteenth year of production of the Proof Platinum American Eagle series. Only Proof versions of the Platinum American Eagle were available that year as the bullion version was suspended for the third consecutive year. The U.S Mint continued its design series for the Proof Platinum coin which features the concept “To Insure Domestic Tranquility”. The reverse design carries the image of a harvest goddess emerging from a field of wheat, intended to symbolize the vastness of the nation and diversity of views. In 2011 the Mint struck 14,791 one-ounce proof Platinum American Eagles which represented nearly a 50% increase in overall mintage when compared to the previous year. Less than 6% of the coins struck have received the perfect PF70 grade by NGC. consecutive year. The U.S Mint continued its design series for the Proof Platinum coin which features the concept “To Insure Domestic Tranquility”. The reverse design carries the image of a harvest goddess emerging from a field of wheat, intended to symbolize the vastness of the nation and diversity of views. In 2011 the Mint struck 14,791 one-ounce proof Platinum American Eagles which represented nearly a 50% increase in overall mintage when compared to the previous year. Less than 6% of the coins struck have received the perfect PF70 grade by NGC.

The United States Mint started allowing authorized purchasers to buy the 2012 Gold Eagle on January 3, 2012. The coin is minted in four denominations—one-ounce, half-ounce, quarter-ounce, and tenth-ounce. The coin's production diminished in 2012 compared to the previous year, with the half-ounce piece’s production dropping most significantly at a 38% reduction from 2011’s rate. Only 43,000 American Gold Eagles were minted in 2012, and a mere 2,333 of them have been certified MS70 (a perfect grade) by the NGC. This stunning coin is well-struck and would add beauty and value to any collection or portfolio.

On January 3, 2012, the US Mint began sales of the 2012 Gold Eagle in all denominations to authorized purchasers. The series includes four different sizes, one-ounce, half-ounce, quarter-ounce, and tenth-ounce coins. Production fell across all denominations with the half-ounce piece seeing the largest reduction with only 43,000 pieces minted, which equates to a 38% drop compared to the previous year. Only 2,333 pieces have been certified perfect 70 by NGC. Furthermore, the label is hand-signed by former U.S Mint director Edmund Moy who was also named one of the most influential people in numismatics by Coin World. The intricate detail and clarity combined with the amazing luster will make this flawless Gold Eagle appealing to both collectors and investors.

The year 2012 marked the sixteenth year of production of the Proof Platinum American Eagle series. Only Proof versions of the Platinum American Eagle were available that year as the bullion version was suspended for the fourth consecutive year. The U.S Mint continued its design series for the Proof Platinum coin which features the concept “For the Common Defence.” The reverse design features a depiction of a diligent minuteman from the Revolutionary War era. In 2012 the Mint struck 9,081 one-ounce proof Platinum American Eagles which represented nearly a 40% decrease in overall mintage when compared to the previous year. Less than 9% of the coins struck have received the perfect PF70 grade by NGC.

This year marked the 28th year of production for the Gold Eagle series. Initial orders for the 2013-dated bullion coins were stronger compared to the prior year, reaching the equivalent of 50,000 troy ounces worth of gold during the opening day of sales. For all of January that year, total sales would reach 150,000 ounces representing the highest monthly total in more than two years. In 2013 the United States mint struck over 500,000 one-tenth oz Gold American Eagles and only 1% of the coins struck received the perfect grade of MS70 by NGC. This is a beautiful example of a 2013 $5 Gold Eagle. The detail, strike, and luster on this piece are absolutely pristine. The intricate detail and clarity combined with the amazing luster will make this flawless Gold Eagle appealing to both collectors and investors.

Are you building a Proof 70 collection of Gold Eagles? Then you need to add the 2013 series of Gold Eagles to your portfolio. In 2013, the US Mint produced just over 21,000 one-tenth ounce Gold Eagles. Less than 5% of those coins minted have been graded a perfect Proof 70 by NGC. This is a beautifully struck piece that is perfectly preserved. It features a deep mirror finish that is highly lustrous and will make an excellent addition to any collection.