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1992 1/10 oz Gold Eagle $5 NGC MS69
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Metal Type: GOLD – Hedge
Gold Weight: 0.1 oz
Grade: MS69
Manufacturer: United States Mint
Mint Mark: W – West Point (Not Shown)
IRA Eligible: No
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In the wake of America’s most innovative coinage renaissance, the <strong>American Gold Eagle series</strong> emerged as a symbol of national pride and enduring artistry. Few icons have so powerfully captured the American spirit as the figure of Lady Liberty, reimagined at the dawn of the 20th century by acclaimed sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens. Selected at the behest of President Theodore Roosevelt, Saint-Gaudens’ Liberty was originally created to inspire the nation’s coinage with a sense of grandeur, resilience, and hope—values that resonate as strongly today as they did in the era of sweeping progress.
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When the Gold Eagle program was launched in 1986, it did so not only to offer Americans a secure way to invest in gold, but also to re-invigorate the numismatic tradition with designs steeped in history. The obverse image of Lady Liberty, torch aloft, steps forward with confidence—a motif that once graced the storied $20 Double Eagle coins, now revered as some of the most beautiful in American history. By 1992, the Gold Eagle’s design had already become a touchstone for both collectors and investors, harmonizing timeless aesthetics with intrinsic value.
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The reverse design, unique to this era, tells a profound story of unity and renewal. Crafted by artist Miley Busiek, it depicts a family of bald eagles, the national bird of the United States, in an intimate tableau of protection and nurturing. The male eagle brings an olive branch of peace to the nest, a poignant reminder of the nation’s ideals, while the female watches over her young—an enduring allegory of legacy and hope passed to future generations.
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The 1992 Gold Eagle is especially notable for its place at a crossroads: prior to this mintage, the coin’s date had been rendered in Roman numerals—a detail that changed in 1992 to more familiar Arabic script, reflecting the evolving tastes and clarity sought by contemporary Americans. This small but significant shift marked the end of an artistic tradition and reinforced the Gold Eagle’s place in the evolving tapestry of U.S. coinage.
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Each Gold Eagle strikes a balance between beauty and purpose. Beyond artistic achievement, the series was enacted by law as a secure and universally recognized investment vehicle. The coin’s gold content is guaranteed by the United States government, and its motifs carry the weight of a century’s heritage, making each piece both a tangible asset and a lasting artifact of American culture.
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<h3>Design Features</h3>
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The <strong>obverse</strong> showcases Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ legendary depiction of Lady Liberty striding forward with a torch in her right hand and an olive branch in her left. Sun rays radiate from behind, with the U.S. Capitol building at her feet, and the field encircled by a full border of fifty stars—one for each state in the union.
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The <strong>reverse</strong> features Miley Busiek’s evocative image of a family of bald eagles: the male in flight, clutching an olive branch, descends toward a nest where the female eagle shelters her fledglings. This tableau is framed by inscriptions denoting the nation’s name, the coin’s weight and purity, and the mottos “E Pluribus Unum” and “In God We Trust.”
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<h3>Product Highlights</h3>
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<li><strong>Metal Type:</strong> GOLD - Hedge</li>
<li><strong>Purity:</strong> 0.9167</li>
<li><strong>Weight:</strong> 0.1 oz</li>
<li><strong>Grade:</strong> MS69</li>
<li><strong>Manufacturer:</strong> United States Mint</li>
<li><strong>Mint Mark:</strong> W - West Point (Not Shown)</li>
<li><strong>Grading Service:</strong> NGC</li>
<li><strong>IRA Eligible:</strong> No</li>
<li><strong>Obverse:</strong> Lady Liberty striding forward with torch and olive branch, sun rays and the Capitol building in the background, encircled by fifty stars.</li>
<li><strong>Reverse:</strong> Family of bald eagles: male in flight with olive branch, female in nest protecting young; surrounded by national mottoes and denomination.</li>
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<h3>Investment Appeal</h3>
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The <strong>1992 1/10 oz Gold Eagle $5 NGC MS69</strong> offers a compelling combination of <strong>historical prestige, government-backed purity, and near-flawless condition</strong>. Its 0.9167 gold purity and 1/10 oz weight ensure both liquidity and accessibility for investors, while the NGC MS69 grade affirms exceptional surface quality—placing it among the highest echelon of modern bullion coins. The Gold Eagle series’ global recognition means these coins are easily traded and widely respected. As a bridge between numismatic heritage and tangible asset, this coin appeals equally to the collector seeking artistic and historical depth and the investor pursuing a reliable hedge and premium over spot. The captivating narratives and timeless symbolism of the Gold Eagle make it a standout in any curated collection or diversified portfolio.
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