The 1987 Gold American Eagle in the one-ounce format is a flagship product of the United States Mint, struck in 22-karat gold with a purity of .9167 fine and a gross weight of 1.0909 troy ounces to deliver exactly one troy ounce of pure gold content. It carries a face value of $50, giving it legal tender status backed by the U.S. government. This example has been graded MS69 by the Professional Coin Grading Service, placing it at the near-perfect end of the Mint State scale.
An MS69 designation from PCGS indicates a coin with full, sharp strike and exceptional luster, with no more than two small, non-distracting contact marks or blemishes visible under magnification. At this grade level, the coin presents as essentially flawless to the naked eye. We carry PCGS-certified American Eagles as authorized PCGS dealers, and coins at this grade level are well-suited for both serious collectors and buyers focused on quality-graded gold.
The Gold American Eagle program launched in 1986 following the Gold Bullion Coin Act of 1985, which authorized the United States Mint to produce gold coins for the first tim
…The 1987 Gold American Eagle in the one-ounce format is a flagship product of the United States Mint, struck in 22-karat gold with a purity of .9167 fine and a gross weight of 1.0909 troy ounces to deliver exactly one troy ounce of pure gold content. It carries a face value of $50, giving it legal tender status backed by the U.S. government. This example has been graded MS69 by the Professional Coin Grading Service, placing it at the near-perfect end of the Mint State scale.
An MS69 designation from PCGS indicates a coin with full, sharp strike and exceptional luster, with no more than two small, non-distracting contact marks or blemishes visible under magnification. At this grade level, the coin presents as essentially flawless to the naked eye. We carry PCGS-certified American Eagles as authorized PCGS dealers, and coins at this grade level are well-suited for both serious collectors and buyers focused on quality-graded gold.
The Gold American Eagle program launched in 1986 following the Gold Bullion Coin Act of 1985, which authorized the United States Mint to produce gold coins for the first time since the country's departure from the gold standard. The 1987 issue represents the second year of production, a period when the series was still establishing its market presence and collector base. West Point served as the primary production facility, though the mint mark does not appear on bullion-finish issues from this era.
From the outset, the program was designed to offer a domestically produced alternative to popular foreign bullion coins such as the South African Krugerrand and Canadian Maple Leaf. The American Eagle quickly became one of the most widely traded gold bullion coins in the world, supported by the weight of the U.S. government's backing and the recognizability of its iconic design. Early-year issues like the 1987 carry additional interest among date collectors who pursue complete sets of the series.
The obverse features Augustus Saint-Gaudens' celebrated depiction of Lady Liberty striding forward, torch raised in her right hand and an olive branch in her left, set against a backdrop of the U.S. Capitol building and radiating sunbeams. This design is derived from Saint-Gaudens' original work commissioned for the 1907 Double Eagle and is widely regarded as one of the finest images ever used on an American coin. The inscriptions "LIBERTY" and the year of issue appear alongside 50 stars representing the states.
The reverse was designed by sculptor Miley Busiek and depicts a family of American bald eagles, with a male eagle carrying an olive branch descending toward a nest sheltering a female and hatchlings. The inscriptions include "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "E PLURIBUS UNUM," "IN GOD WE TRUST," the face value, and the gold content notation "1 OZ. FINE GOLD." The combination of the Saint-Gaudens obverse and the Busiek reverse gives the coin a distinctly American character that sets it apart from most other sovereign bullion issues.
At the MS69 grade, the devices and fields exhibit nearly flawless detail. The surfaces retain full cartwheel luster, and the strike is sharp enough to bring out the fine detail in Liberty's flowing gown and the eagle's feather structure on the reverse.
Every Gold American Eagle is produced under the strict quality controls of the United States Mint and carries the full weight and purity guarantee of the U.S. government. The .9167 fine gold content is established at the statutory level, and each coin is struck to exacting tolerances that have been maintained consistently since the series began in 1986.
This specific coin has been authenticated and graded by PCGS, one of the two most trusted third-party grading services in the numismatic industry. PCGS employs a rigorous multi-step verification process before assigning any grade, and the sealed tamper-evident holder provides a permanent record of the coin's authenticated status. As an authorized PCGS dealer, we are positioned to offer these certified coins with full confidence in the integrity of the grade and the authentication behind it.
This coin is certified MS69 by PCGS, reflecting a near-perfect Mint State specimen. The PCGS holder displays the coin's date, denomination, grade, and a unique certification number that can be verified directly through the PCGS registry. The hard plastic slab protects the coin's surfaces from handling and environmental exposure while keeping it fully visible for display or examination.
PCGS-slabbed coins ship securely in protective packaging appropriate to the grade and the value of the encapsulated coin. Because the coin is sealed within its certified holder, no additional flips or tubes are used. The packaging is designed to ensure the slab arrives undamaged and the coin's surfaces remain unaffected from the point of fulfillment to delivery.
The base price of any one-ounce Gold American Eagle moves in direct response to the spot price of gold, which fluctuates continuously based on global market conditions. For a PCGS MS69-graded example, the premium above spot reflects both the standard bullion premium associated with the American Eagle series and the added numismatic premium attached to certified, near-gem quality coins.
Several factors contribute to the premium on a certified 1987 Eagle specifically. Date-specific demand from set collectors, the relatively lower mintage compared to more recent years, and the added assurance of third-party certification all apply upward pressure on premiums relative to raw bullion-grade coins. Our pricing reflects current wholesale market conditions and is updated in real time to stay aligned with spot and secondary market activity.
The Gold American Eagle is among the most liquid gold coins in the world, recognized by dealers, refiners, and private buyers across every major market. Its government-backed weight and purity guarantee means there is no meaningful uncertainty about metal content at the point of resale. The addition of a PCGS MS69 grade introduces a numismatic layer to the coin's identity, which can influence both where it trades and the audience of potential buyers.
We operate a two-way market that allows customers to sell back coins as well as purchase them through the same platform. For certified coins like this one, the buyback value takes into account both the underlying metal content and current demand for the specific date and grade combination. Understanding the bid side of the equation before purchasing is something we actively encourage, and our platform is designed to make that information accessible.
The 1987 issue occupies a specific niche within the American Eagle series as a second-year coin with appeal to both bullion holders and date-set collectors. Coins from the early years of the series consistently attract collector attention, and the 1987 sees steady demand from buyers assembling complete date runs. The MS69 grade from PCGS positions this coin near the top of the population while remaining more accessible than the relatively rare MS70-designated examples.
For buyers who want gold with documented quality, the PCGS slab removes the guesswork associated with raw coins. The combination of a government-issued, legally tendered gold coin with authenticated near-gem condition and a recognizable date makes this a well-defined, specific product rather than a generic ounce of gold.
We have been operating as a precious metals dealer since 2010, and our reputation is grounded in pricing transparency, accurate product representation, and long-term customer relationships. As an authorized PCGS dealer, we are equipped to handle certified coins correctly and represent their grades accurately. Our A rating with the Better Business Bureau and memberships in both the American Numismatic Association and the National Coin and Bullion Association reflect our ongoing commitment to professional standards.
Our pricing is structured around real-time market conditions, and we display bid/ask spreads on product pages so buyers can evaluate the complete transaction rather than the acquisition cost alone. We source products from reputable mints, wholesalers, and established distributors, and every item is verified for authenticity before fulfillment. The experience is built around informed buying rather than pressure-based sales, and our support team is available to answer questions specific to the product, the grade, or the transaction process.
Bullion Standard Pro gives members access to live, executable wholesale bid and ask pricing across the precious metals catalog, including certified coins like this 1987 PCGS MS69 Gold American Eagle. Rather than relying on static retail pricing, Pro members transact at real-time wholesale market prices without additional dealer markups or spreads layered on top. For a product where both the bullion component and the numismatic premium contribute to value, having direct visibility into wholesale pricing creates a meaningfully more informed buying and selling experience.
Pro also provides real-time portfolio valuation using current wholesale bid prices, which gives members a more accurate picture of liquidation value than estimated retail figures. Proprietary market intelligence tools, historical premium analysis, and product research capabilities allow members to evaluate how a specific date and grade combination has performed relative to the broader market over time, supporting more deliberate decisions at both the buying and selling stage.
We support a broad range of payment methods to make every transaction straightforward and secure. Customers can pay using Visa, Mastercard, American Express, or Discover, as well as PayPal, bank-connected payments through Plaid, wire transfer, paper check, or cryptocurrency via BitPay. Each payment option is integrated with the security and reliability standards our customers expect from a nationally recognized dealer.
Whether you are purchasing a single certified coin or building out a larger position, our checkout process is designed to be clear and efficient. Every transaction is protected by the same security infrastructure we apply across the entire platform, giving you confidence throughout the payment and fulfillment process.
Product ID: BST-000889BA74
| Year | 1987 |
|---|---|
| Precious Metal Type | Gold |
| Bullion Coin Type | Eagle |
| Format | Coin |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Brand/Mint | U.S. Mint |
| Mint Mark | W - West Point |
| Purity | 0.9167 |
| Weight | 1 oz |
| Thickness (mm) | 2.87 mm |
| Diameter (mm) | 32.7 mm |
| Inner Pack (Quantity) | 20 |
| Outer Pack (Quantity) | 500 |
| Grade | MS69 |
| Grading Service | PCGS |
The 1987 Gold American Eagle in the one-ounce format is a flagship product of the United States Mint, struck in 22-karat gold with a purity of .9167 fine and a gross weight of 1.0909 troy ounces to deliver exactly one troy ounce of pure gold content. It carries a face value of $50, giving it legal tender status backed by the U.S. government. This example has been graded MS69 by the Professional Coin Grading Service, placing it at the near-perfect end of the Mint State scale.
An MS69 designation from PCGS indicates a coin with full, sharp strike and exceptional luster, with no more than two small, non-distracting contact marks or blemishes visible under magnification. At this grade level, the coin presents as essentially flawless to the naked eye. We carry PCGS-certified American Eagles as authorized PCGS dealers, and coins at this grade level are well-suited for both serious collectors and buyers focused on quality-graded gold.
The Gold American Eagle program launched in 1986 following the Gold Bullion Coin Act of 1985, which authorized the United States Mint to produce gold coins for the first tim
…The 1987 Gold American Eagle in the one-ounce format is a flagship product of the United States Mint, struck in 22-karat gold with a purity of .9167 fine and a gross weight of 1.0909 troy ounces to deliver exactly one troy ounce of pure gold content. It carries a face value of $50, giving it legal tender status backed by the U.S. government. This example has been graded MS69 by the Professional Coin Grading Service, placing it at the near-perfect end of the Mint State scale.
An MS69 designation from PCGS indicates a coin with full, sharp strike and exceptional luster, with no more than two small, non-distracting contact marks or blemishes visible under magnification. At this grade level, the coin presents as essentially flawless to the naked eye. We carry PCGS-certified American Eagles as authorized PCGS dealers, and coins at this grade level are well-suited for both serious collectors and buyers focused on quality-graded gold.
The Gold American Eagle program launched in 1986 following the Gold Bullion Coin Act of 1985, which authorized the United States Mint to produce gold coins for the first time since the country's departure from the gold standard. The 1987 issue represents the second year of production, a period when the series was still establishing its market presence and collector base. West Point served as the primary production facility, though the mint mark does not appear on bullion-finish issues from this era.
From the outset, the program was designed to offer a domestically produced alternative to popular foreign bullion coins such as the South African Krugerrand and Canadian Maple Leaf. The American Eagle quickly became one of the most widely traded gold bullion coins in the world, supported by the weight of the U.S. government's backing and the recognizability of its iconic design. Early-year issues like the 1987 carry additional interest among date collectors who pursue complete sets of the series.
The obverse features Augustus Saint-Gaudens' celebrated depiction of Lady Liberty striding forward, torch raised in her right hand and an olive branch in her left, set against a backdrop of the U.S. Capitol building and radiating sunbeams. This design is derived from Saint-Gaudens' original work commissioned for the 1907 Double Eagle and is widely regarded as one of the finest images ever used on an American coin. The inscriptions "LIBERTY" and the year of issue appear alongside 50 stars representing the states.
The reverse was designed by sculptor Miley Busiek and depicts a family of American bald eagles, with a male eagle carrying an olive branch descending toward a nest sheltering a female and hatchlings. The inscriptions include "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "E PLURIBUS UNUM," "IN GOD WE TRUST," the face value, and the gold content notation "1 OZ. FINE GOLD." The combination of the Saint-Gaudens obverse and the Busiek reverse gives the coin a distinctly American character that sets it apart from most other sovereign bullion issues.
At the MS69 grade, the devices and fields exhibit nearly flawless detail. The surfaces retain full cartwheel luster, and the strike is sharp enough to bring out the fine detail in Liberty's flowing gown and the eagle's feather structure on the reverse.
Every Gold American Eagle is produced under the strict quality controls of the United States Mint and carries the full weight and purity guarantee of the U.S. government. The .9167 fine gold content is established at the statutory level, and each coin is struck to exacting tolerances that have been maintained consistently since the series began in 1986.
This specific coin has been authenticated and graded by PCGS, one of the two most trusted third-party grading services in the numismatic industry. PCGS employs a rigorous multi-step verification process before assigning any grade, and the sealed tamper-evident holder provides a permanent record of the coin's authenticated status. As an authorized PCGS dealer, we are positioned to offer these certified coins with full confidence in the integrity of the grade and the authentication behind it.
This coin is certified MS69 by PCGS, reflecting a near-perfect Mint State specimen. The PCGS holder displays the coin's date, denomination, grade, and a unique certification number that can be verified directly through the PCGS registry. The hard plastic slab protects the coin's surfaces from handling and environmental exposure while keeping it fully visible for display or examination.
PCGS-slabbed coins ship securely in protective packaging appropriate to the grade and the value of the encapsulated coin. Because the coin is sealed within its certified holder, no additional flips or tubes are used. The packaging is designed to ensure the slab arrives undamaged and the coin's surfaces remain unaffected from the point of fulfillment to delivery.
The base price of any one-ounce Gold American Eagle moves in direct response to the spot price of gold, which fluctuates continuously based on global market conditions. For a PCGS MS69-graded example, the premium above spot reflects both the standard bullion premium associated with the American Eagle series and the added numismatic premium attached to certified, near-gem quality coins.
Several factors contribute to the premium on a certified 1987 Eagle specifically. Date-specific demand from set collectors, the relatively lower mintage compared to more recent years, and the added assurance of third-party certification all apply upward pressure on premiums relative to raw bullion-grade coins. Our pricing reflects current wholesale market conditions and is updated in real time to stay aligned with spot and secondary market activity.
The Gold American Eagle is among the most liquid gold coins in the world, recognized by dealers, refiners, and private buyers across every major market. Its government-backed weight and purity guarantee means there is no meaningful uncertainty about metal content at the point of resale. The addition of a PCGS MS69 grade introduces a numismatic layer to the coin's identity, which can influence both where it trades and the audience of potential buyers.
We operate a two-way market that allows customers to sell back coins as well as purchase them through the same platform. For certified coins like this one, the buyback value takes into account both the underlying metal content and current demand for the specific date and grade combination. Understanding the bid side of the equation before purchasing is something we actively encourage, and our platform is designed to make that information accessible.
The 1987 issue occupies a specific niche within the American Eagle series as a second-year coin with appeal to both bullion holders and date-set collectors. Coins from the early years of the series consistently attract collector attention, and the 1987 sees steady demand from buyers assembling complete date runs. The MS69 grade from PCGS positions this coin near the top of the population while remaining more accessible than the relatively rare MS70-designated examples.
For buyers who want gold with documented quality, the PCGS slab removes the guesswork associated with raw coins. The combination of a government-issued, legally tendered gold coin with authenticated near-gem condition and a recognizable date makes this a well-defined, specific product rather than a generic ounce of gold.
We have been operating as a precious metals dealer since 2010, and our reputation is grounded in pricing transparency, accurate product representation, and long-term customer relationships. As an authorized PCGS dealer, we are equipped to handle certified coins correctly and represent their grades accurately. Our A rating with the Better Business Bureau and memberships in both the American Numismatic Association and the National Coin and Bullion Association reflect our ongoing commitment to professional standards.
Our pricing is structured around real-time market conditions, and we display bid/ask spreads on product pages so buyers can evaluate the complete transaction rather than the acquisition cost alone. We source products from reputable mints, wholesalers, and established distributors, and every item is verified for authenticity before fulfillment. The experience is built around informed buying rather than pressure-based sales, and our support team is available to answer questions specific to the product, the grade, or the transaction process.
Bullion Standard Pro gives members access to live, executable wholesale bid and ask pricing across the precious metals catalog, including certified coins like this 1987 PCGS MS69 Gold American Eagle. Rather than relying on static retail pricing, Pro members transact at real-time wholesale market prices without additional dealer markups or spreads layered on top. For a product where both the bullion component and the numismatic premium contribute to value, having direct visibility into wholesale pricing creates a meaningfully more informed buying and selling experience.
Pro also provides real-time portfolio valuation using current wholesale bid prices, which gives members a more accurate picture of liquidation value than estimated retail figures. Proprietary market intelligence tools, historical premium analysis, and product research capabilities allow members to evaluate how a specific date and grade combination has performed relative to the broader market over time, supporting more deliberate decisions at both the buying and selling stage.
We support a broad range of payment methods to make every transaction straightforward and secure. Customers can pay using Visa, Mastercard, American Express, or Discover, as well as PayPal, bank-connected payments through Plaid, wire transfer, paper check, or cryptocurrency via BitPay. Each payment option is integrated with the security and reliability standards our customers expect from a nationally recognized dealer.
Whether you are purchasing a single certified coin or building out a larger position, our checkout process is designed to be clear and efficient. Every transaction is protected by the same security infrastructure we apply across the entire platform, giving you confidence throughout the payment and fulfillment process.
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