2016-W 1/4 oz Gold Standing Liberty Centennial Coin NGC SP70

2016-W 1/4 oz Gold Standing Liberty Centennial Coin – NGC SP70

Issued to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Standing Liberty design, the 2016-W Gold Standing Liberty Centennial Coin is a modern tribute to one of America’s most iconic coin designs. Struck in 1/4 troy ounce of .9999 fine (24k) gold at the West Point Mint, this coin features Hermon A. MacNeil’s classic Standing Liberty obverse and an eagle in flight reverse, enhanced with the specimen finish.

This coin has been graded SP70 by NGC, the highest possible grade for a specimen coin, indicating flawless strike and exceptional eye appeal. Its limited mintage and perfect condition make it a prized collectible for numismatists and gold investors alike.

Product Highlights:

• 2016-W Standing Liberty Centennial Gold Coin

• Weight: 1/4 troy oz of .9999 fine (24k) gold

• Struck at the West Point Mint

• Graded NGC SP70, flawless specimen strike

• Obverse: Standing Liberty; Reverse: Eagle in flight

• Limited mintage, highly collectible

SP70 is a grading designation used for specimen coins, primarily in U.S. numismatics. Here’s a detailed breakdown:

1. SP stands for Specimen:

   • Specimen coins are struck with a special process that falls between proof and business strike.

   • They often have a frosted design on a mirrored background, but the fields are less reflective than a proof coin.

   • SP coins are usually intended for collectors, not circulation.

2. 70 is the grade on the 1–70 Sheldon scale:

   • 70 is the highest possible grade, meaning the coin is flawless under 5x magnification.

   • No marks, scratches, or imperfections are present.

So, SP70 = perfect specimen coin, in flawless condition, with the special collector-oriented strike.