2023 American Gold Eagle 1/10 oz $5 PCGS MS70 First Day of Issue – John Dannreuther

The 2023 American Gold Eagle 1/10 oz $5, graded PCGS MS70, is the benchmark example of the United States Mint's flagship gold bullion coin in its smallest standard size. Struck in 0.9167 fine gold with a net weight of 1/10 troy oz, this coin carries a $5 legal tender face value and represents one of the most recognized gold coin programs in the world. The PCGS MS70 grade certifies a perfectly struck coin with no post-production imperfections visible under 5x magnification — the pinnacle of the Mint State scale. Adding significant collector appeal, this example bears the First Day of Issue designation, confirming it was submitted to PCGS on the coin's official release date. The slab also carries the exclusive PCGS Founders Mark of Distinction, personally signed by John Dannreuther, a co-founder of PCGS and one of the most respected numismatic experts in the hobby. The obverse showcases the iconic Liberty figure derived from Augustus Saint-Gaudens' original design, while the reverse features the bold bald eagle head portrait adopted for the series in 2021. Encapsulated in PCGS' tamper-evident holder, this coin arrives presentation-ready for display or a graded gold registry set.