Discover an unparalleled numismatic treasure: the 1987 $50 American Gold Eagle graded NGC MS70 with the coveted Miles Standish signature. This museum-quality coin represents the pinnacle of gold coin collecting, combining perfect preservation, historical significance, and elite provenance.
With only 87 coins in existence bearing both the prestigious MS70 grade and Miles Standish signature, this 1987 American Gold Eagle stands among the rarest modern gold coins available to collectors. The MS70 designation from NGC (Numismatic Guaranty Company) certifies this coin as absolutely flawless, exhibiting no imperfections even under 5x magnification.
Miles Standish, a renowned and respected authority in the numismatic community, has personally signed this exceptional piece. His signature adds significant collectible value and ensures authentication by one of the industry’s most trusted experts.
The obverse features Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ iconic design of Lady Liberty striding forward with confidence. She holds a torch symbolizing enlightenment in her right hand and an olive branch representing peace in her left. The rays of the sun and Capitol Building appear in the background, creating one of America’s most celebrated coin designs.
The reverse showcases a powerful bald eagle carrying an olive branch, returning to a nest containing a female eagle and eaglets. This family portrait symbolizes American tradition and unity, designed by sculptor Miley Busiek.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Denomination | $50 American Gold Eagle |
| Year | 1987 (Roman Numeral Dated) |
| Weight | 1 Troy Ounce |
| Purity | .9167 Fine Gold (22 Karat) |
| Actual Gold Content | .9675 Troy Ounces |
| Diameter | 32.7 mm |
| Thickness | 2.87 mm |
| Mint | United States Mint |
| NGC Grade | MS70 (Perfect Mint State) |
| Special Feature | Miles Standish Signature |
| Population | Only 87 in MS70 with Signature |
Gold has served as a store of value for millennia, offering portfolio diversification and protection against inflation. The American Gold Eagle, backed by the United States government for weight and purity, represents one of the world’s most trusted gold bullion coins.
This 1987 MS70 specimen offers multiple value drivers:
Certified MS70 coins command substantial premiums over lower grades. The combination of perfect condition, limited population, and signature authentication creates exceptional collector appeal that transcends gold spot price.
When you acquire this 1987 $50 American Gold Eagle NGC MS70 from Elite Coin Group, you receive:
The American Gold Eagle program launched in 1986, making 1987 coins from the series’ second year particularly significant to collectors. These early production years featured distinctive characteristics and limited mintages compared to later issues, enhancing their numismatic value.
The Roman numeral date “MCMLXXXVII” adds classical elegance to the coin’s design, a tradition carried forward from the original Saint-Gaudens $20 gold pieces.
NGC’s MS70 grade represents absolute perfection:
Achieving MS70 is extraordinarily rare, particularly for coins from the 1980s, making this grade a significant value driver.
The convergence of perfect preservation, extreme rarity, Miles Standish authentication, and first-generation American Gold Eagle status makes this coin an exceptional acquisition opportunity. Whether you’re building a world-class collection or seeking tangible asset diversification, this 1987 $50 American Gold Eagle NGC MS70 represents the pinnacle of numismatic excellence.
Only 87 coins exist in this elite category. Don’t miss your opportunity to own a piece of American numismatic history that combines beauty, rarity, and investment potential.
Contact Elite Coin Group to secure this museum-quality 1987 $50 American Gold Eagle NGC MS70 with Miles Standish signature. Join the select group of collectors who own one of these exceptionally rare perfect-grade coins.
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