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American Gold Eagle, 1 oz

American Gold Eagle, 1 oz (obverse)

The United States Mint's flagship gold bullion coin, struck since 1986.

Eagles are alloyed with copper and silver for durability, so the coin weighs more than an ounce while containing exactly one ounce of gold. Widely recognised and easy to sell later. Also available in half, quarter and tenth-ounce sizes.

Coin Details

  • Manufacturer: United States Mint
  • Metal: Gold
  • Gold content: 1 troy oz gold content
  • Purity: 22 karat (.9167)
  • IRA eligibility: Ask about IRA eligibility

Coin Design

The front shows Lady Liberty striding forward with a torch and olive branch, adapted from Augustus Saint-Gaudens' 1907 design. Since mid-2021 the back shows an eagle's head by Jennie Norris; earlier coins carry Miley Busiek's family of eagles. Struck in 22-karat gold, alloyed with silver and copper for durability.

Core holding: widely recognized and easy to sell almost anywhere.

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