The Gold American Eagle coin is an appealing option for precious metal investors as it’s made with 22-karat American gold mined by American miners and guaranteed by their government as to weight, content and purity. One coin contains one troy ounce while smaller 1/10, 1/4, and 1/2-oz coins contain fractions of an ounce.
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Gold American Eagle coins are an increasingly popular way to diversify a portfolio. Representing American tradition and unity while acting as a shield against inflation and economic volatility. Each 1-oz bullion coin contains one troy ounce of pure gold with a face value of $50; other variations such as 1/2 oz, 1/4 oz and 1/10 oz coins each have face values of $25, $10 or $5 respectively.
Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ masterpiece Walking Liberty design first seen on the 1907 $20 gold Double Eagle coin graces its obverse, while on its reverse it depicts a male eagle carrying an olive branch above his nest where his female partner and young eaglet nest. Additionally, this coin bears its mint mark for West Point Mint (in this instance a “W”).
Purity
American Eagle coins are produced with 22-karat gold, and contain one troy ounce of pure gold per coin (1 oz). Fractional ounce coins (1/4-oz, 1/2 oz etc) have slightly less gold due to copper-silver alloy used as reinforcement to increase durability.
Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ breathtaking depiction of Lady Liberty as she holds both a torch and olive branch to symbolize freedom and enlightenment is featured prominently on the reverse side of the Gold American Eagle coin. Her flowing robe and crown, as she holds two symbols for peace and hope – torch in one hand and olive branch in another – make for an eye-catching design on this side of the coin.
No matter the year or edition you select, each 1/10 oz American Gold Eagle or Proof 70 set arrives in flawless uncirculated condition to maintain its value and collectability. These coins make wonderful additions to precious metals portfolios.
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Gold Eagle coins are one of the most sought-after ways for US residents to diversify their portfolios with gold bullion, offering competitively priced and internationally liquid investments that offer protection from domestic and global financial uncertainty.
The obverse design depicts Lady Liberty, taken from Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ 1907 Double Eagle. Miley Busiek’s reverse design captures the spirit of American freedom and independence with an image depicting a female eagle guarding her hatchlings while wielding an olive branch as an olive branch represents lasting values in America.
Mint marks, which identify where and when a coin was made, can be seen on its lower left edge. Also noted on each coin are its date of issue – Roman numerals are used for coins made prior to 1992 while Arabic numbers are used post 1992.
Design
American Eagle coins are an attractive way to diversify one’s investment portfolio with precious metals. Their intrinsic value often surpasses their face values, making them an invaluable investment asset.
Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ magnificent depiction of Lady Liberty striding confidently forward holding both a torch and olive branch against the backdrop of U.S. Capitol building graces the front face. On its reverse, an image depicts a male eagle carrying an olive branch in its talons while flying above a nest filled with female birds and their hatchlings can be found.
From 1986-2021, Miley Busiek Frost created the Gold Eagle reverse design; as of 2021 it has been altered by Jennie Norris. Both versions include inscribed text that includes: United States of America”, E Pluribus Unum” and “In God We Trust”. Prior to 1992 coins issued were marked with Roman numerals on their reverse; since 1992 however Arabic numerals are used instead for minting dates on coins issued.
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Gold Eagle coins feature an iconic design that represents the core values of the United States. On their obverse is Lady Liberty striding forward while holding an olive branch and torch symbolizing freedom; on their reverse is an image depicting mother eagle and her hatchlings to represent nature’s nurturing forces.
West Point Mint produces coins in four different sizes: 1 ounce, 1/2 ounce, 1/4 ounce and 1/10 ounce. Their gold content, purity and weight are guaranteed by the United States government.
Bullion American Eagle coins are popular investments because of their low premiums and ease of trading. Furthermore, when selling them they require no reporting requirements to the IRS – something GoldCore makes available through IRA-friendly versions of American Eagle coins.
