The 22-karat alloy which composes American Gold Eagles is known as crown gold, a high standard that hadn’t been used in gold coins since 1834. Mint raised the standard from 90 percent gold to 91.67 percent specifically for the American Gold Eagle, setting it apart from other gold bullion coins. Buy Gold Eagle Coins from the US Mint. The American Gold Eagle is the one of two official US Mint gold bullion coins (along with the Gold Buffalo Coins).These official gold coins, like their counterpart - The Silver Eagle, date back to 1986. Composed of 1 troy ounce of gold weight overall, comprised in hardened 22 karat gold form, Gold American Eagle Coins.
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Classic Beauty and Popularity at a Competitive Price
The American Gold Eagle Bullion coins were first introduced by the U.S. Mint in the fall of 1986 as a viable alternative to other major gold bullion coins of the World. The American Gold Eagle was an instant success among gold bullion buyers. The U.S. Mint reprised Augustus St. Gaudens’ beautiful Liberty design that was featured on the circulating $20.00 gold coins of the early 1900’s. The Gold Eagle has been issued every year since its 1986 introduction in four sizes: One Ounce, Half Ounce, Quarter Ounce and Tenth Ounce.
Buying American Eagle Gold Coins is convenient. They are readily available at almost any time. Though there are gold coins that can be bought for less, American Eagles sell at reasonable premiums over their gold value. Customers who favor American Eagles appreciate the popularity of an American product and contribute to the strong demand for these coins. An additional advantage of the American Eagle is its ability to be held in a precious metals IRA.
The American Gold Eagle is among the most commonly purchased gold bullion coins at Liberty Coin Service. If you are interested in purchasing American Gold Eagles, please call one of our traders at 800-527-2375 for up to the minute pricing information. For price indications, refer to our Daily Quotes Price Page.
American Eagle Gold Coin Specifications:
Size: One Ounce
Denomination: $50.00
Gross Weight: 33.93 grams, 1.09 oz. Troy
Actual Gold Weight: 31.10 grams, 1.00 oz. Troy
Fineness/Composition: .9167 Gold, .0533 Copper, .0300 Silver, 22 Karat
Diameter: 32.7 MM, 1.2874 Inches
Thickness: 2.87 MM, .113 Inches
Specific Gravity: 17.77 Approx.
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Size: Half Ounce
Denomination: $25.00
Gross Weight: 16.97 grams, .545 oz. Troy
Actual Gold Weight: 15.55 grams, 0.50 oz. Troy
Fineness/Composition: .9167 Gold, .0533 Copper, .0300 Silver, 22 Karat
Diameter: 27.0 MM, 1.063 Inches
Thickness: 2.24 MM, .089 Inches
Specific Gravity: 17.77 Approx.
Size: Quarter Ounce
Denomination: $10.00
Gross Weight: 8.48 grams, .273 oz. Troy
Actual Gold Weight: 7.775 grams, 0.25 oz. Troy
Fineness/Composition: .9167 Gold, .0533 Copper, .0300 Silver, 22 Karat
Diameter: 22.0 MM, 0.866 Inches
Thickness: 1.83 MM, .072 Inches
Specific Gravity: 17.77 Approx.
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Size: Tenth Ounce
Denomination: $5.00
Gross Weight: 3.39 grams, .109 oz. Troy
Actual Gold Weight: 3.11 grams, 0.10 oz. Troy
Fineness/Composition: .9167 Gold, .0533 Copper, .0300 Silver, 22 Karat
Diameter: 16.5 MM, 0.6496 Inches
Thickness: 1.19 MM, .04685 Inches
Specific Gravity: 17.77 Approx.