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2003-W $10 First Flight Commemorative Gold Coin PCGS MS 70
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2003-W $10 First Flight Commemorative Gold Coin PCGS MS 70
Celebrate a landmark in aviation history with the 2003-W $10 First Flight Commemorative Gold Coin PCGS MS 70. Struck at the West Point Mint from 0.4838 troy oz of .900 fine gold, this beautifully crafted coin was issued to honor the 100th anniversary of the Wright brothers’ first powered flight at Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. Certified Mint State 70 by PCGS, it represents the highest quality attainable, offering collectors a flawless tribute to one of humanity’s greatest achievements.
In 1903, Orville and Wilbur Wright achieved the first sustained, controlled flight of a powered airplane, forever changing transportation and ushering in the modern era of aviation. To mark the centennial of this groundbreaking event, the U.S. Mint released the 2003 First Flight Commemorative Coin Program, which included gold and silver issues. The $10 gold coin quickly became the most coveted piece of the set, prized for its rich gold content, elegant design, and celebration of American innovation.
Coin Features:
- Graded as MS 70 by PCGS
- Limited mintage of 10,009
- Made from .900 fine gold with a weight of 0.4838 troy oz
- Minted by the West Point Facility of the U.S. Mint
- Denomination: $10 USD
- Secured within an official PCGS holder
- Obverse: Features Donna Weaver's design of a portrait of Orville and Wilbur Wright: the Wright Brothers. Encircling their portrait is the inscription: “LIBERTY”, “IN GOD WE TRUST”, the centennial dates “1903 2003″, “ORVILLE & WILBUR WRIGHT”, and “FIRST FLIGHT CENTENNIAL”.
- Reverse: portrays Norman E. Nemeth's design of the Wright 1903 Flyer with an eagle soaring above it. Encircling the portrait are the inscriptions “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA”, “E PLURIBUS UNUM”, and “TEN DOLLARS”. To the right of the flyer is the mint mark "W" for West Point.
With its flawless finish, .900 fine gold composition, and meaningful design, the 2003-W $10 First Flight Commemorative Gold Coin PCGS MS 70 is a must-have for history enthusiasts and numismatists alike. Perfect for commemorating the Wright brothers’ pioneering spirit, this coin captures a defining moment in human progress while offering tangible intrinsic value. Secure your certified example today at Bullion Exchanges and own a gleaming tribute to the dawn of powered flight.
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