2011 1oz Gold American Eagle Burnished MS70 Coin
$5,614.00
Description
A Landmark Coin in Perfect Condition: The 2011 Burnished Gold Eagle
This 2011 Burnished Gold American Eagle is a numismatic landmark. It represents the triumphant return of a beloved series and is certified in pristine MS70 condition by NGC, complemented by the hand-signed authentication of former U.S. Mint Director Ed Moy.
Key Features of This Coin:
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Historic Year: The 2011 issue marks the return of the burnished gold eagle after a two-year production hiatus.
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Perfect Grade: Certified by NGC to be in flawless Mint State 70 (MS70) condition.
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Official Provenance: Features a label hand-signed by Ed Moy, the 38th Director of the U.S. Mint.
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Unique Matte Finish: Features a distinctive satin-like, matte finish achieved through a specialized minting process.
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West Point Mintmark: Bearing the “W” mint mark, confirming its origin at the prestigious West Point Mint.
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Iconic Design: Showcases the same celebrated Augustus Saint-Gaudens design found on all American Eagle gold coins.
The Significance of the 2011 Issue:
The burnished eagle series began in 2006 but was suspended from 2009-2010. During this period, the U.S. Mint was legally required to divert all resources to meet unprecedented investor demand for standard bullion coins.
The 2011 release is therefore highly significant—it heralded the series’ comeback, but only in a single one-ounce format, abandoning the multi-coin sets of the past. This makes the 2011 coin a pivotal and key date for any collection.
The Burnished Process Explained:
“Burnished” refers to a meticulous manufacturing technique. Blank planchets are tumbled with small steel balls to create a uniform texture. They are then hand-fed, one at a time, into specially adapted presses. This careful process is what gives the coin its stunning, non-reflective matte finish, setting it apart from standard bullion.
