1986 $1 American Silver Eagle and $5 American Gold Eagle Set MS69 NGC
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- SKU: 86SAEGAE5MS69SET
- Categories: GOLD COINS MODERN COINS ALL
The 1986 $1 American Silver Eagle and $5 American Gold Eagle set graded MS69 by NGC (Numismatic Guaranty Corporation) is a valuable collector's item. Both coins were part of the inaugural releases in their respective series, making them particularly desirable for collectors.
Here’s a brief overview of each coin:
1986 American Silver Eagle (MS69 NGC)
- Composition: 99.9% silver (1 troy ounce)
- Face Value: $1
- Weight: 31.1 grams (1 troy ounce)
- Design:
- Obverse: Adolph A. Weinman's iconic Walking Liberty design, originally used on the half-dollar from 1916 to 1947.
- Reverse: A heraldic eagle by John Mercanti, with a shield, arrows, and an olive branch, symbolizing strength and peace.
- Significance: As the first year of issue, 1986 Silver Eagles are particularly collectible.
1986 American Gold Eagle (MS69 NGC)
- Composition: 91.67% gold (22 karat), with the balance made up of copper and silver to add durability.
- Face Value: $5
- Weight: 0.1 troy ounce (3.393 grams)
- Design:
- Obverse: Augustus Saint-Gaudens' design of Lady Liberty holding a torch and an olive branch, originally used on the $20 Double Eagle.
- Reverse: A family of eagles designed by Miley Busiek.
- Significance: Also the first year of issue for the Gold Eagle series, adding to its value and desirability.
