The 1988 $10 American Gold Eagle, authenticated and certified by the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC), is a quarter-ounce gold coin minted from 22-karat gold with a purity of .9167. It features the iconic Saint-Gaudens design of Lady Liberty with a torch and olive branch on the obverse, and Miley Busiek's family of eagles on the reverse, emblematic of American family values and traditions. This NGC certification guarantees the coin's condition and authenticity, and with a mintage of 49,000, it is a cherished piece for collectors and a solid investment for those interested in gold.