1988 1/4 oz $10 Gold American Eagle NGC MS 70

### 1988 1/4 oz $10 Gold American Eagle NGC MS 70 Add a flawless piece of modern American gold coinage to your collection with the **1988 1/4 oz $10 Gold American Eagle NGC MS 70**. Struck by the United States Mint from .9167 fine gold, this coin contains 1/4 troy ounce of pure gold and carries a $10 face value backed by the U.S. government. Certified MS 70 by NGC, it represents a perfect Mint State coin with no visible imperfections, making it especially desirable for collectors seeking top-graded examples of the early American Gold Eagle series. The American Gold Eagle program was officially introduced in 1986 following the passage of the Gold Bullion Coin Act of 1985. This legislation allowed the U.S. Mint to produce gold bullion coins sourced from American-mined gold. Since its launch, the series has become one of the most recognized and trusted gold bullion programs worldwide, offering investors a government-backed gold coin with historic American design. **Coin Specifications:** - **Graded as MS 70 by NGC** - Contains [**1/4 troy oz**](file:///buy-gold/fractional-gold-coins/1-4-oz-gold-coins) of .9167 fine gold - Produced by the [**U.S. Mint**](file:///government-mints/us-mint) - A face value of USD $10 - Legal tender backed by the United States Government - Encased in a secure NGC holder - **Obverse:** Features Augustus Saint-Gaudens' iconic depiction of Lady Liberty, striding forward with a torch in one hand and an olive branch in the other. Inscriptions include "LIBERTY" and the year of mintage - **Reverse:** designed by Miley Busiek, showcases a bald eagle about to land in its nest where its mate and hatchlings wait, weight, purity, and denomination. **Why Invest in the 1988 1/4 oz Gold American Eagle NGC MS 70?** - Perfect MS 70 grade ensures exceptional quality and collector appeal - Early release from the historic [**American Gold Eagle series**](file:///buy-gold/us-gold-coins/gold-american-eagle%3Fcategory_id=760) - Contains 1/4 oz of government-guaranteed gold - Features one of the most iconic designs in U.S. coinage history - Strong demand among both investors and certified coin collectors The **1988 1/4 oz Gold American Eagle NGC MS 70** combines flawless certification, historical significance, and trusted gold content, making it a standout addition to any portfolio or numismatic collection. Investors can also check the [**live spot price of gold for 1/4 oz coins**](file:///charts/1-4-oz-coins-gold-price-today) on our website to stay informed about current market values before purchasing. Please contact our customer service agents with any questions. **You may also like:** - [**1/2 oz $25 Proof Gold American Eagle NGC/PCGS PF 70 (Random Year)**](file:///1-2-oz-25-proof-gold-american-eagle-ngc-pcgs-pf-70-random-year) - [**2022-W 1 oz $50 Proof Gold American Eagle (w/Box & COA)**](file:///2022-w-1-oz-proof-gold-american-eagle-w-box-coa) - [**1992 1/4 oz $10 Gold American Eagle NGC MS 68**](file:///1992-1-4-oz-10-gold-american-eagle-ngc-ms-68)