American Gold Eagle
First introduced in 1986, American Gold Eagle is the official gold bullion coin issued by the United States. Offered in 1 oz, 1/2 oz, 1/4 oz and 1/10 oz sizes, all American Eagle Gold Coins are guaranteed by the U.S. government to contain the stated amount of actual gold weight in troy ounces. Thanks to this unique advantage, American Gold Eagle is the most commonly traded Gold Bullion coins not only in the US, but also worldwide.
The design of American Gold Eagle coin features the famous Lady Liberty holding a torch in her right hand and an olive branch in her left, with the Capitol building in the background. The reverse of American Gold Eagle features a bald eagle swooping into a nest holding its family, symbolizing many classic American concepts.
American Eagle Gold Coins Specifications:
1 oz American Eagle Gold Coin:
Diameter: 32.70 mm
Thickness: 2.87 mm
Gross weight: 1.0909 troy oz (33.930 g)
Face value: $50
1/2 oz American Eagle Gold Coin:
Diameter: 27 mm
Thickness: 2.24 mm
Gross weight: 0.5454 troy oz (16.965 g)
Face value: $25
1/4 oz American Eagle Gold Coin:
Diameter: 22 mm
Thickness: 1.83 mm
Gross weight: 0.2727 troy oz (8.483 g)
Face value: $10
1/10 oz American Eagle Gold Coin:
Diameter: 16.50 mm
Thickness: 1.19 mm
Gross weight: 0.1091 troy oz (3.393 g)
Face value: $5
The market value of the American Eagle Gold Coins, however, are based on the market value of their gold content, not their face value. Their actual selling prices vary daily based on the current spot price of gold.
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