Panama – 1978 – 500 Balboas – 30th Anniversary OAS – Gold – Proof – NGC PF70 UCAM – Top Pop

Panama – 1978 – 500 Balboas – 30th Anniversary Organization of American States – Gold – Proof – PF70 UCAM – NGC – Top Pop – Mintage 2,009 – Cert 8302328-008

This Panamanian gold coin from 1978 was issued to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Organization of American States (OAS) . The OAS is one of the most important political institutions in the Americas, giving this issue a distinct historical and supranational significance. It was specifically minted for the international collector market in high-quality proof condition.

The specimen offered here has been certified by NGC with PF70 Ultra Cameo and thus achieves the highest possible preservation grade . The coin features perfectly mirrored fields and deeply matte reliefs with maximum contrast. This combination is a top-tier pop edition , as no better-rated copy exists.

With a limited mintage of 2,009 pieces , a high face value of 500 Balboas , and a large-format design, this issue is among the most representative Panamanian gold commemorative coins of the late 1970s. Comparable pieces rarely appear on the market, especially in certified proof quality with ultra-cameo contrast.

Certification

NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo
Top Pop
Certificate number: 8302328-008

Technical data

• Country: Panama

• Year: 1978

• Face value: 500 Balboas

• Metal: Gold

• Fineness: 900

• Weight: 41.7 g

• Fine weight: 37.53 g

• Diameter: approx. 46 mm

• Minting quality: Proof

• Edition: 2,009 copies

• Obverse motif: National coat of arms of the Republic of Panama

• Reverse motif: Globe with American continent, OAS theme

An exceptional Panamanian large gold coin with a political-historical theme, perfect condition and highest certified quality.