published in 2007 and the excellent quality of many of this date's strikes. You can find some exquisite mirror finished coins among the 1997's. That probably explains why there have been 6 PCGS/NGC MS-69s sold plus one NGC MS-70. Anyone searching for that perfect coin is advised to look among the 1997 Pandas. The auction record also suggests that there were quite a few of these struck—1997's have appeared slightly more frequently than even 1989's. From the 1990s decade, only the 1992 has been seen more. (back)