American Eagle Coins

Gold American Eagle Coins

In 1985, the Gold Bullion Coin Act authorized the start of the US Gold Eagle Coin series. The law established the United States as a major player in the world’s gold bullion market. As a result, the American Eagle Gold Coin competed with some of the most popular national coins, including the Canadian Maple Leaf.

What’s the Difference Between Bullion and Proof Coins?

The value of proof coins comes from the face value, investor demand, and market supply, but with bullion coins, the value comes from their precious metal content. The bullion coins are then traded on an index which makes them more volatile than proof coins. In addition, the production process for proof coins requires more oversight and in-depth labor to create a highly refined and beautiful coin.

How Much is a Gold American Eagle Coin Worth?

The value of American Eagle gold bullion coins is based on the gold content and not the stamped value. Once you know how many troy ounces of gold your coin contains, you can multiply it by the spot price to get its worth. As an example, one $5 American Eagle coin can cost at least $250.

How Big are Gold American Eagles? How Much Do Gold American Eagles Weigh?

Each demonization of the American Eagle Gold coin has a different size and weight:

• $5 Gold Coin: 1/10 Troy ounces of gold, 3.393g total weight with 16.5mm diameter.
• $10 Gold Coin: ¼ Troy ounces of gold, 8.483g total weight with 22mm diameter.
• $25 Gold Coin: ½ Troy ounces of gold, 16.966g total weight with 27mm diameter.
• $50 Gold Coin: 1 Troy ounce of gold, 33.931g total weight with 32.7mm diameter.

What Design is on the Gold American Eagle? Gold American Eagle Details

The design on the obverse of every coin is a replica of Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ historic design created for pre-1933 Double Gold Eagle coins. It features a proud Lady Liberty grasping an olive branch in her left hand and a torch in her right. Behind her, a sunrise crests the horizon while the US Capitol sits in the background. “LIBERTY” tops the coin with 50 stars encircling the rest of the edge.

Miley Busiek’s design of a family of eagles centers around a nest on the reverse side. The male eagle delivers an olive branch to the nest, and the mother embraces the hatchlings in an olive branch nest.

What is the Best Gold Coin to Buy?

While the Eagle United States coin is a great buy on its own, you should always try to buy the PF70 version when available. They are the ideal option for long-term investments and are expected to appreciate significantly over time.

What is a Proof 70 Coin?

If you are looking to buy Golden Eagle coins, keep in mind that they should be Proof 70 coins. That means that the coins are in “perfect” condition. They have no post-production imperfections when inspected at five magnification.  

Why Should I Invest in Gold American Eagle Coins?

Golden Eagle coins are great investments because they are made of gold, possess historical significance, and are guaranteed by the US government. Every coin has .9167 fine gold. Best of all, they are one of a few coins that can be included in your IRA.

How Do I Invest in Gold American Eagle Coins?

If you want to invest in Gold American Eagle coins, you need to go through a reputable dealer like IPM. We are one of the most trusted dealers to sell American Eagle Gold Coins online. You can buy them right from our website, or you can call to speak with an expert about your investment options.