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1995-W $5 American Gold Eagle 1/10 oz. Proof Coin

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1995-W $5 American Gold Eagle 1/10 oz. Proof Coin
1995-W United States Mint American Eagle one-tenth ounce gold proof coin housed in its original U.S. Mint presentation packaging, which includes a blue velvet clamshell case with gold-plated trim, outer protective box, and an official Certificate of Authenticity signed by the then-Director of the U.S. Mint. The obverse of the coin showcases the historic Saint-Gaudens design featuring Liberty striding confidently forward with a torch in her right hand and an olive branch in her left. She is surrounded by a ring of stars representing the states, with the U.S. Capitol building and rising sun's rays in the background. The date, 1995, appears to the right of Liberty's flowing gown. The reverse was designed by sculptor Miley Busiek and presents a highly detailed image of a male bald eagle carrying an olive branch flying above a nest containing a female eagle and their hatchlings. Inscriptions include UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, E PLURIBUS UNUM, IN GOD WE TRUST, the denomination 5 DOLLARS, and the gold content 1/10 OZ. FINE GOLD. This proof coin bears the "W" mintmark for the West Point Mint and is struck with frosted devices and mirrored fields, characteristic of proof finishes. Composition is 91.67% gold (22 karat), 3% silver, and 5.33% copper, offering increased durability while preserving the coin's precious metal value. The gross weight is 0.1091 troy oz. (3.393 grams), with a net gold content of 0.1000 troy oz. (3.110 grams). The coin remains sealed in a clear protective capsule ensuring its preservation and display quality. Packaging includes the official U.S. Mint blue leatherette case, gold-embossed with the Great Seal of the United States, along with the 1995 edition year stamped on the spine and the gold content noted on the lower edge. The outer box is similarly themed in blue and gold, reading AMERICAN EAGLE ONE-TENTH OUNCE PROOF GOLD BULLION COIN. Box: 4.25"L x 3.5"W x 1"H. Coin diameter: 16.5mm.

Artist: Augustus Saint-Gaudens and Miley Busiek (aka Miley Tucker-Frost)
Issued: 1995
Dimensions: See Description
Country of Origin: United States

Condition: Proof in Original Government Packaging (OGP)