2004-W Proof Gold Eagle 1/4 oz, PCGS PR70

This exceptional 2004-W Proof Gold Eagle 1/4 oz represents the finest quality achievable in this popular fractional gold series. Struck at the West Point Mint and graded PCGS PR70, this coin exhibits flawless surfaces with full proof finish and pristine eye appeal. The obverse features John Mercanti's iconic eagle design, while the reverse displays Augustus Saint-Gaudens' celebrated eagle motif, both rendered with exceptional clarity and contrast characteristic of proof coinage.

The 1/4 oz American Gold Eagle Proof program, initiated in 1986, has remained one of the most sought-after fractional gold offerings for collectors and investors alike. The 2004 issue continues this tradition with its .9167 fine gold composition and precise weight specifications. As a PR70 example, this coin demonstrates the technical perfection that defines the highest echelon of proof coinage, with no imperfections visible to the unaided eye.

PCGS Certification Number: 99972