The 2016 1/4 oz American Gold Eagle MS-70 PCGS (FirstStrike®) is part of the renowned American Gold Eagle bullion series issued by the United States Mint since 1986. Each coin contains 1/4 troy ounce of .9167 fine gold (22-karat) and carries a $10 face value, guaranteed by the U.S. government for its gold content, weight, and purity.
The coin’s durable alloy of gold, copper, and silver provides enhanced strength while maintaining the full gold content. Its fractional size makes it a popular choice for both collectors and investors seeking smaller denominations of U.S. gold bullion.
The obverse features the iconic Lady Liberty design by Augustus Saint-Gaudens, widely considered one of the most beautiful designs in American coinage. Liberty strides forward holding a torch and olive branch, symbolizing enlightenment and peace, with the rising sun in the background.
The reverse displays the classic family of eagles design by Miley Busiek, depicting a male eagle carrying an olive branch flying toward a nest where a female eagle protects her hatchlings. This design symbolizes strength, unity, and American heritage and was used on American Gold Eagles from 1986 through early 2021.
This coin has been graded MS-70 by PCGS (Professional Coin Grading Service), the highest possible Mint State grade, meaning the coin is considered perfect with no visible imperfections even under magnification.
The FirstStrike® (FS) designation indicates the coin was submitted to PCGS for grading within the first 30 days after its release from the U.S. Mint, linking it to the earliest production batches.
With its perfect MS-70 grade, FirstStrike® pedigree, and iconic American design, the 2016 1/4 oz American Gold Eagle MS-70 PCGS (FS) is a premium addition to modern U.S. coin collections and precious-metal investment portfolios.
