American Gold Eagle Coins
American Gold Eagle coins are an increasingly popular way for investors to invest in physical gold. Backed by the United States Government, these legal tender coins represent both tangible assets and recognized monetary investments.
These bullion coins feature one-tenth troy ounce of 99.999 fine gold. On their obverse is Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ iconic Walking Liberty sculpture; to its left are inscribed both year and face value of each coin.
Legal Tender
The 1 oz American Gold Eagle coin from the United States Mint is one of the top-selling bullion coins worldwide, guaranteed by their government to contain exactly one ounce of American-mined gold. Their beauty, confidence and security make Gold Eagles stand out as an investment choice in precious metals.
Gold Eagle coins come in four sizes, from full ounce to 1/2 ounce, 1/4 ounce and 1/10 ounce coins with legal tender face values ranging from $50 for the 1-oz coin down to $25 for 1/2 oz and $10 for 1/4 oz coins – all carrying legal tender face values worth $25 each for 1/2 and 1/10 oz versions respectively.
Face values don’t really matter with bullion coins; rather they are sold based on their gold content plus a small premium. American Eagle bullion coins offer an ideal way to diversify portfolios or even place into self-directed Individual Retirement Accounts (IRA).
Bullion
The Gold American Eagle coin series has become one of the world’s favorite investment vehicles since their introduction by Congress under the Gold Bullion Coin Act in 1986. These popular bullion coins remain amongst some of their highest demand investments worldwide.
Each gold bullion coin sold by the United States Government is guaranteed as to its weight, content, and purity; this purity can be found on its reverse. Millesimal fineness measures how pure it is.
Saint-Gaudens’ iconic Lady Liberty stands on one side, while on the reverse there is an image by artist Busiek depicting a male eagle protecting its nest and hatchlings while flying overhead – this design was inspired by Reagan’s 1980 inaugural address, and emphasizes unity, strength, and security – making all Gold Eagle coins ideal additions to your investment portfolio. IRA approval makes these coins even more beneficial.
Proof
Gold American Eagle coins are among the world’s most beloved bullion coins, offering beauty, trust and security to investors worldwide. Furthermore, as legal tender bullion coins, any additional premium paid when purchasing Gold American Eagles will usually be returned when selling them later on.
Miley Busiek designed this 1/10 oz coin, depicting an eagle carrying an olive branch back to its nest with young, symbolizing strength and unity. On its reverse, there are inscriptions stating its purity and value as well as ‘IN GOD WE TRUST’ and ‘E PLURIBUS UNUM’ for added significance.
Proof Eagles are highly sought after among savvy IRA and 401k investors as they are believed to be non-confiscatable due to legal precedent under the 1933 executive order confiscating bullion gold. On their obverse side is Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ likeness of Liberty with flowing locks holding a torch and olive branch while facing towards Capitol Building in the background – perfect for safe-keeping investments!
Uncirculated
The 1-oz Gold American Eagle has long been one of the world’s most beloved bullion coins. Minted since 1986 alongside its Silver counterpart, these government-backed investment coins provide an ideal way to add physical precious metals to a portfolio. Each coin contains one troy ounce of pure investment-grade gold; its reverse features Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ designs first seen on $20 Saint-Gaudens double eagle coins issued between 1907 and 1933.
Numismatists typically favor proof Gold Eagle coins due to the higher premiums associated with proof coins; however, bullion versions of this iconic coin are also widely popular among collectors. Struck on special planchets that provide burnished surfaces that highlight details while minimising reflective glare, they offer collectors another option when collecting Gold Eagles.
These bullion coins are sold at their current gold spot price plus a premium added by their dealer, but as gold’s spot price fluctuates frequently it’s essential that buyers make decisions based on both budget and market knowledge. American Eagle coins come in fractional ounce sizes of 1/2 oz and 1/4 oz to suit any budget.
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