2013 1oz Gold American Eagle Burnished MS70 Coin

Product Overview

This 2013 Gold American Eagle is a premium numismatic piece, certified in perfect MS70 condition by NGC and authenticated by the hand-signed label of former U.S. Mint Director, Ed Moy. It is part of the distinguished burnished series, renowned for its unique finish and compelling history.

Key Features:

• Flawless Certification: Graded in perfect Mint State 70 (MS70) condition by NGC (Numismatic Guaranty Company).

• Director’s Signature: Features a label hand-signed by Ed Moy, the 38th Director of the U.S. Mint.

• Exclusive Finish: Crafted through a specialized burnishing process that gives the coin a distinctive, satin-matte surface.

• West Point Mintmark: Struck at the prestigious West Point Mint, as indicated by the “W” mint mark.

• Iconic Design: Showcases the same classic Saint-Gaudens obverse and family of eagles reverse designs as its bullion counterparts.

The Story of the Burnished Eagle:

The U.S. Mint introduced this special uncirculated series in 2006. Its production history is marked by rarity and renewal:

• Limited Beginnings (2006-2008): These coins were initially only available in limited four-coin sets containing 1 oz, ½ oz, ¼ oz, and 1/10 oz denominations.

• The Hiatus (2009-2010): Minting was suspended for two years as the Mint redirected all resources to meet soaring demand for bullion coins, as required by law.

• The Modern Annual Issue (2011-Present): The series resumed in 2011 exclusively as a one-ounce coin, making each annual release a significant collectible.

What is a Burnished Coin?

The term “burnished” refers to a meticulous minting technique. Blank planchets are first tumbled with minute steel balls to create a uniform texture. They are then carefully hand-fed, one at a time, into specially adapted coin presses. This labor-intensive method is what imparts the coin’s signature stunning, matte-like finish, setting it apart from standard bullion strikes.