MCMVII-W Saint-Gaudens High Relief Gold Coin (2026 Best of the Mint)

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The MCMVII-W Saint-Gaudens High Relief Gold Coin (2026 Best of the Mint) is a proof cent struck at the West Point Mint, part of the Best of the Mint 2026 series. The obverse features Liberty striding forward holding a torch and olive branch, with rays of sunlight behind her — widely considered the most beautiful U.S. coin design and the reverse displays a flying eagle with the rising sun behind it. First year includes extremely rare Ultra High Relief (originally "Extremely High Relief") versions requiring multiple strikes, plus Wire Rim and Rolled Rim varieties. As a proof issue, this coin was struck multiple times on specially prepared polished planchets using polished dies, producing mirror-like fields and frosted design elements prized by collectors. Struck at the West Point Mint, originally a bullion depository that became a full coin production facility, specializing in commemorative and bullion issues. Struck in 99.99% gold (.9999 fine), weighing 31.103 grams, 34 mm in diameter, with a lettered edge.