The 2007-W 1/10 oz Burnished American Gold Eagle MS-70 NGC (ER) is part of the special Burnished Gold Eagle series issued by the United States Mint for collectors. Unlike standard bullion coins, burnished coins are struck on specially prepared planchets that undergo a polishing process with tiny steel balls, creating a unique satin or matte-like finish.
Produced at the West Point Mint, the coin bears the “W” mint mark, distinguishing it from standard bullion issues. 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 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 with the rising sun 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-70 by NGC (Numismatic Guaranty Company), the highest possible Mint State grade, meaning the coin is considered perfect with no visible imperfections even under magnification.
The Early Releases (ER) designation indicates the coin was submitted to NGC for grading within the first 30 days after its release from the U.S. Mint, linking it to one of the earliest coins struck for the issue.
With its perfect MS-70 grade, distinctive burnished finish, and Early Releases designation, the 2007-W 1/10 oz Burnished American Gold Eagle MS-70 NGC (ER) is a premium addition to modern U.S. gold coin collections and precious-metal investment portfolios.
