The 2009 1/10 oz American Gold Eagle MS-69 PCGS (FirstStrike®) is part of the highly recognized American Gold Eagle bullion series, produced by the United States Mint since 1986. These coins are among the most widely traded gold bullion coins worldwide and are valued for their government-guaranteed gold content and timeless American design.
Each coin contains 1/10 troy ounce of .9167 fine gold (22-karat) and carries a $5 face value, guaranteed by the U.S. government for its gold weight and purity. The coin’s durable alloy of gold, copper, and silver enhances strength while maintaining the full gold content.
The obverse features the iconic Lady Liberty design by Augustus Saint-Gaudens, widely regarded as one of the most beautiful designs in American coinage. Liberty strides forward holding a torch and olive branch while the rising sun appears behind her.
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 powerful imagery symbolizes strength, unity, and American heritage and appeared on American Gold Eagles from 1986 through early 2021.
This coin has been graded MS-69 by PCGS (Professional Coin Grading Service), indicating a near-perfect Mint State specimen with full mint luster and only minor imperfections visible under magnification.
The FirstStrike® designation confirms the coin was submitted to PCGS for grading within the first 30 days after the U.S. Mint released the coin, linking it to one of the earliest coins from the issue.
With its high MS-69 certification, FirstStrike® pedigree, and iconic American design, the 2009 1/10 oz American Gold Eagle MS-69 PCGS (FirstStrike®) is a valuable addition to modern U.S. coin collections and precious-metal investment portfolios.
