1 oz American Gold Eagle BU

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1 oz American Gold Eagle BU
1 oz American Gold Eagle BU
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The 1 oz American Gold Eagle is the flagship coin of the U.S. Mint's gold bullion program. Struck in .9167 fine gold and backed by the U.S. government, this Brilliant Uncirculated coin is trusted worldwide for its purity, iconic design, and investment value. This listing offers a random year from available inventory, including both Type 1 (1986-2021) and Type 2 (2021-present) designs.

Highlights

  • Contains: 1 troy oz of .9167 fine gold
  • Total Weight: ~33.931 grams (includes copper & silver alloy for durability)
  • Condition: Brilliant Uncirculated (BU)
  • Legal Tender: $50 USD, fully backed by the U.S. government
  • Obverse: Augustus Saint-Gaudens' classic Lady Liberty, with torch and olive branch
  • Reverse: Detailed bald eagle close-up, introduced in 2021 by Jennie Norris
  • Note: Random year and reverse type based on available stock

Why Choose This Coin

The 1 oz Gold American Eagle is a benchmark gold product—highly liquid, widely accepted, and trusted by investors and collectors alike. Its fractional gold content (.9167 fine) lends it a uniquely warm hue, setting it apart from 24k coins. Whether you're buying gold to hedge against inflation, diversify your portfolio, or build a tangible store of value, the Gold Eagle offers a proven combination of beauty, reliability, and resale strength.

Historical Significance

The American Gold Eagle was created in response to the 1985 U.S. ban on importing South Africa's gold Krugerrand due to apartheid. With the Krugerrand dominating the U.S. gold market prior to the ban, the U.S. Mint launched the Gold Eagle series in 1986, closely mirroring the Krugerrand in purity, sizing, and availability—but with a distinct American identity. The coin's obverse design, borrowed from Augustus Saint-Gaudens' famed 1907 Double Eagle, ties this modern bullion piece to a golden era of U.S. coinage.

Specifications

SKU:
8
Year:
Random
Grade:
Brilliant Unc
Grade Service:
None
Denomination:
50 Dollars
Mint Mark:
Not Shown
Metal Content:
1 troy oz
Purity:
0.9167
Thickness:
2.87 mm
Diameter:
32.7 mm

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