2016 American Gold Eagle $5 – 30th Anniversary, First Day of Issue, NGC MS70 Signature Label: Elizabeth Jones.
The 2016 $5 Gold American Eagle celebrates the 30th Anniversary of the American Eagle bullion coin program, one of the most successful and widely collected modern U.S. gold coin series. This exceptional example was certified MS70 by NGC, representing a flawless Mint State coin with no visible imperfections under magnification.
This special example carries the prestigious First Day of Issue designation and features the sought-after Elizabeth Jones Purple Signature Label. Elizabeth Jones served as the 11th Chief Engraver of the United States Mint and is recognized for her contributions to American coin design and engraving. The exclusive label adds additional collectible appeal for enthusiasts of U.S. Mint history and signed certification labels.
The obverse features Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ iconic depiction of Lady Liberty, originally created for the famous Double Eagle design of 1907–1933. The reverse showcases Miley Busiek’s family of eagles design, featuring a male eagle carrying an olive branch as it approaches a nest with a female eagle and young.
Struck in 22-karat gold (.9167 fine), this $5 Gold Eagle contains 0.1 troy ounces of actual gold, weighs approximately 3.393 grams, and measures 16.5 mm in diameter. The coin has a face value of $5 and was produced as part of the celebrated American Eagle gold series first introduced in 1986.
This coin is graded MS70 by NGC, with a reported population of 1,991 examples in MS70 and none graded higher, making it a Top Pop example within the listed population. The combination of a perfect grade, First Day of Issue designation, 30th Anniversary pedigree, and Elizabeth Jones signature label makes this a highly desirable modern gold collectible.
A beautiful representation of American coinage artistry and modern bullion collecting, the 2016 $5 Gold American Eagle 30th Anniversary MS70 First Day of Issue Elizabeth Jones Signature Label is an outstanding addition to collections focused on American Gold Eagles, modern U.S. gold coins, certified Top Pop issues, and U.S. Mint commemoratives.
