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Its flagship gold coin is American Gold Eagle, the first coin minted by the U.S. Mint in 1986. Each coin was made of 22-karat gold (91.67 per cent pure gold) and silver and copper to enhance durability, each coin weighs 1 troy ounce of pure gold. The coin is backed by the U.S. government with regard to weight, content and purity and has a legal tender value of 50 USD. The American Gold Eagle remains an icon of strength, stability and wealth preservation in America.

Investing in the American Gold Eagle coin provides unmatched liquidity and global acceptability whether you are investing to diversify your portfolio, to retire, or to invest in numismatic coins.

Why Buy the American Gold Eagle Coin?

The American Gold Eagle is not only a gold coin, but it is a great investment that has gained international acceptance. The fact that it is durable, backed by the government, and liquid, make it a highly important element in any diversified portfolio.

Gold Bullion Investment backed by the U.S. government.

The American Gold Eagle coins are made of 1 troy ounce of fine gold (.9167), and the weight, content and purity are assured by the United States government. This assurance instills no doubt about authenticity and offers that sense of security only a government-backed coin can.

The most famous and liquid gold coin in the world.

The American Gold Eagle coin is the most actively traded gold bullion coin across the globe. It is a precious metal that is readily purchased and sold in precious metals dealers around the world because it is very popular and offers unmatched liquidity in the gold market.

IRA-Eligible: Investing Gold Eagles to Your Retirement Account.

Investors who are long-term planners can have the American Gold Eagles added to Precious Metals IRAs. The IRS-created eligibility presents a risk-free method of adding physical gold to your tax-deferred retirement account serving as a hedge against inflation and currency devaluation.

Two-Fold Value Bullion Price + Numismatic Potential.

The American gold eagle has a two-fold value, the main value of the eagle is based on the content of the gold, however, the eagle can also gain numismatic value in the future. Some years and finishes may provide a greater premium, giving the investor potential increase beyond the gold price.

Which Gold Eagles are the best for you!

The American Gold Eagle is available in various sizes, allowing you to choose the best option based on your investment goals.

1 oz American Gold Eagle

• Gold Content: 1 troy oz of pure gold

• Dimensions: 32.7 mm × 2.87 mm

• Best For: Core holdings, maximum liquidity

1/2 oz American Gold Eagle

• Gold Content: 1/2 troy oz of pure gold

• Dimensions: ~27 mm × ~2.2 mm

• Best For: Larger fractional allocation

1/4 oz American Gold Eagle

• Gold Content: 1/4 troy oz of pure gold

• Dimensions: ~22 mm × ~1.8 mm

• Best For: Flexible stacking

1/10 oz American Gold Eagle

• Gold Content: 1/10 troy oz of pure gold

• Dimensions: ~16.5 mm × ~1.2 mm

• Best For: Entry point, gifting

Note: Dimensions may vary slightly by mint year.

What are the Type 1 Vs Type 2 Reverse (Since 2021)?

The Type 2 reverse, with a much finer eagle portrait, is used on modern American Gold Eagles. The old Type 1 design was a family of flying eagles. Both are legal-tender bullion coins and the difference between them is a matter of personal preference or premium.

Pricing & Premiums

An American Gold Eagle is sold at a price equal to the live spot price of gold plus a dealer premium.

• The best premium is usually on 1 oz Bullion Coin.

• Fractional Sizes (1/2 oz, 1/4 oz, 1/10 oz) are more likely to be priced at higher premiums.

• Evidence/Burnished Coins are premiums with limited production and special finishes.

Storage, Shipping & Insurance

• Guaranteed shipping in the U.S. in a discrete package.

• U.S. mint coins are packaged in U.S. Mint tubes or capsules, depending on size and finish. Proof coins are in mint packaging with Certificate of Authenticity (COA).

• Need vaulting? We can assist with shipping your order to storage providers.

Why Buy the American Gold Eagles from BOLD Precious Metals?

At BOLD Precious Metals, we provide competitive premiums that beat the best dealers, can deliver in a hurry and is insured, and Sell-to-Us program is easy and provides quick liquidity. Since 2015 we are trusted, and we provide customer-first service between checkout and delivery.

The American Gold Eagle Coin are government-backed, highly liquid and available in sizes of 1/10 oz to 1 oz to build or diversify your gold position.

Purchase Eagles of American gold today with BOLD precious metals, at a competitive price, with insured delivery to the United States, and with a well-known buyback program.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Is the American General coin made of gold?

A: This consists of 22-karat gold (91.67%), 3% of silver and 5.33% of copper and hence it is strong and hence it has a particular color.

Q2: What is the size that is the most valuable?

A: The American gold Eagle 1 oz. normally has the lowest premium above spot. The smaller sizes such as 1/2 oz, 1/4 oz and 1/10 are more expensive to make.

Q3: Are American Gold Eagles easy to resell?

A: Yes. The American Gold Eagle coin is among the most liquid and the most well-known gold coin in the world that is easy to sell anytime you may wish.

Q4: Is it possible to invest American Gold Eagles in Precious Metals IRA?

A: Yes. The American Gold Eagles are IRS approved to be held in a self directed Precious Metals IRA.

Q5: Bullion vs. Proof vs. Burnished, what is the difference?

Bullion: Non-mirrored finish with the lowest premium, investor oriented.

Evidence: Polished finish, somewhat more expensive collector edition.

Burnished: Specially engraved finish, slightly more expensive than bullion and slightly less expensive than proof.