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1989 W 1 oz $50 Proof Gold American Eagle NGC PF 70 UCAM
- 1 oz
- .9167
- US Mint
- 1989
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| # | Dealer | Price at qty 1 | Premium | They pay you | Offer link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Apmex | Out of stock | — | Not published | Notify me when Apmex has this in stock — sign in first |
| 2 | Bullion Exchanges | Out of stock | — | Not published | Notify me when Bullion Exchanges has this in stock — sign in first |
| 3 | JM Bullion | Out of stock | — | Not published | Notify me when JM Bullion has this in stock — sign in first |
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1989 W Proof Gold Eagle at the Top of NGC's Scale
The 1989 gold eagle NGC PF 70 UCAM is a 1 oz proof American Gold Eagle in .9167 fine gold, struck by the U.S. Mint with the W mint mark and graded Proof 70 Ultra Cameo by NGC. That pairing means a flawless surface plus the strongest frost-to-mirror contrast NGC recognizes. As a 1989 issue, it belongs to the first few years of the proof Gold Eagle.
What the UCAM Label Tells You
UCAM stands for Ultra Cameo, NGC's highest contrast designation for proof coins, where frosted raised design elements stand out sharply against deep mirror fields. PF 70 is the top grade on the 70-point Sheldon scale, given only when no imperfections are visible under 5x magnification. On this coin, that contrast highlights Lady Liberty holding a flaming torch and an olive branch, the Capitol building and sun rays behind her, and the eagle family on the reverse, with the male flying above the nest.
At a Glance
- 1 troy oz (31.1 g) of .9167 fine gold
- Year: 1989, W mint mark
- Grade: NGC PF 70 Ultra Cameo
- Face value: $50
- Mint: U.S. Mint
- Sealed NGC holder
How 1989 Proof Pricing Compares
For a graded proof, the premium over the gold spot price reflects the proof strike, the year and the perfect grade, so quotes can vary widely. Bullion Hunters places every dealer's published price and buyback offer on one page. Check other american gold eagle listings across the years, or see the broader range of U.S. gold coins.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does PF 70 UCAM mean on a 1989 Gold Eagle?
PF 70 is a perfect proof grade, meaning NGC found no flaws under 5x magnification. UCAM, short for Ultra Cameo, marks strong contrast between the frosted design and the mirrored background. Both appear on the NGC label.
What sets the price of a 1989 W proof Gold Eagle in PF 70?
The gold content anchors the price at spot, and dealers add a premium for the proof strike, the perfect grade and the date. Premiums differ from one dealer to the next, so compare the published offers before deciding.
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Specifications
- Mint
- US Mint
- Year
- 1989
- Fineness
- .9167
- Metal weight
- 1 oz
- Grade
- PF 70
- Face value
- $50
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