2000-W $10 Library of Congress Bimetallic Mint State "Extreme Rarity" – PCGS MS70, Sabin Autograph
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America's First and Only Gold & Platinum Coin: A groundbreaking numismatic achievement, this is the first and only bimetallic coin ever issued by the U.S. Mint, featuring a .900 fine gold outer ring fused to a .9995 fine platinum inner core.
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EXTREME Mintage Rarity - Only 7,261 Struck: This Mint State version is the true prize of the series, with a minuscule mintage of just 7,261 coins. This makes it one of the absolute rarest modern commemorative coins ever produced by the U.S. Mint.
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Signature of a Grading Industry Leader: This coin is personally hand-signed by Stephanie Sabin, the former President of PCGS (Professional Coin Grading Service). Her signature on this extreme rarity represents the ultimate "insider's" endorsement of its significance and quality.
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Absolute Mint State Perfection: Graded a flawless MS70 by PCGS, the highest grade possible. For a coin with such a tiny mintage, a perfect grade represents the pinnacle of modern collecting.
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Historic Bicentennial Design: The design honors the nation’s oldest federal cultural institution with images of Minerva’s torch of learning and the iconic Library of Congress seal, rendered with crisp, satin-like precision.
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A Near-Mythical Modern Commemorative: Due to its astonishingly low mintage, the surviving population of perfect, signed examples is microscopic. This coin is not just a collectible; it is a trophy piece for the world's most advanced collections. Only [Signature Population Number] coins are known to exist in the PCGS census.
An Insider's Mark on an Extreme Rarity
This is where extreme rarity meets absolute perfection, endorsed by the pinnacle of the industry. While the bimetallic nature of the Library of Congress coin is historic, the Mint State version is legendary for its scarcity. With a mintage of just 7,261, it is a monumental prize. This specimen takes that legacy to its ultimate conclusion. Certified as a flawless MS70 by PCGS, its quality is miraculous. This extreme rarity is then crowned by the signature of Stephanie Sabin, former President of PCGS, creating an unparalleled trifecta of rarity, innovation, and provenance.
A Design Forged in Gold and Platinum
This coin’s design is a masterwork of numismatic art, brilliantly executed across two precious metals. On the obverse, John M. Mercanti’s depiction of Minerva’s hand raising the torch of learning shines with sharp, lustrous detail. On the reverse, Thomas D. Rogers, Sr.’s intricate Library of Congress seal is rendered with bold clarity. The flawless MS70 grade and its satin-like finish highlight the coin's precise strike and the beautiful color contrast between the gleaming gold and brilliant platinum.
Why Collect This Coin?
The appeal of this coin is absolute and driven by its profound rarity. It is a holy grail for collectors seeking the rarest and most significant issues of the modern era. It combines three powerful pillars that make it virtually unobtainable for most:
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A Perfect Coin: A flawless MS70 grade on one of the rarest modern commemoratives (7,261 minted).
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A Perfect Story: America's first and only gold-and-platinum bimetallic coin, in its scarcest format.
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A Perfect Signature: The former President of PCGS, Stephanie Sabin.
Detailed Overview
Introduction to the Coin: Authorized to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the Library of Congress, the Mint State version of this bimetallic $10 coin is a legend in modern numismatics. Struck at West Point, its unique gold-and-platinum composition was already a U.S. Mint first, but its tiny mintage of just 7,261 pieces instantly cemented its status as one of the most coveted and valuable commemorative coins ever issued.
The Significance of the Autograph: Stephanie Sabin served as President of PCGS, one of the world's leading third-party coin grading services. Her role placed her at the apex of the coin certification industry. Her authentic, hand-signed autograph on a PCGS holder is the ultimate endorsement of that coin's quality and authenticity, creating a unique collectible that bridges the gap between the U.S. Mint and the service that guarantees its perfection.
Unique Collectible Features
This coin’s elite status is built on its foundation as an extreme rarity. The rarity stack is monumental: it begins with its status as the first and only U.S. gold-and-platinum bimetallic coin. This is layered with its minuscule mintage of just 7,261 pieces. Its provenance is further enhanced by its historic purpose and its "W" mintmark. Added to this is a perfect, unimpeachable MS70 grade and the crowning signature of a former PCGS President, creating a collectible few will ever see, let alone own.
Packaging and Presentation
The coin is sonically sealed in a secure PCGS holder to permanently protect its flawless condition. The holder features a special label that verifies the MS70 grade, its extreme rarity, and prominently displays the authentic, hand-signed autograph of Stephanie Sabin.
