The 1997 1 oz American Gold Eagle MS-69 PCGS (World Trade Center Label) is a premier gold bullion issue struck by the United States Mint. Each coin contains 1 full troy ounce of gold and is minted in durable 22-karat (.9167 fine) gold, alloyed with copper and silver for enhanced strength while preserving full precious metal content.
Graded Mint State-69 (MS-69) by the Professional Coin Grading Service, this coin is considered near-perfect, exhibiting sharp strike detail and strong mint luster with only minor imperfections not visible to the naked eye.
This example features a PCGS World Trade Center label, referencing coins recovered from a secured vault at Ground Zero following the events of September 11, 2001. Such pieces carry added historical and collectible significance due to their documented provenance.
The obverse features Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ iconic Lady Liberty design. The reverse displays the original family-of-eagles design by Miley Busiek.
Key Highlights:
Year: 1997
Grade: MS-69 (Near Perfect Condition)
Grading Service: PCGS
Special Label: World Trade Center
Metal Content: 1 Troy oz Gold
Purity: .9167 Fine Gold (22K)
Face Value: $50 USD
IRA Eligible
Backed by the U.S. Government
Combining near-perfect certification, historical World Trade Center provenance, and timeless American design, this 1997 PCGS Gold Eagle offers both strong investment appeal and unique collector interest.
