American Gold Eagle

The United States (U.S) Mint is a government-owned mint, responsible for controlling bullion and producing coinage for trade and commerce. They are a bureau of the Department of the Treasury. Similar to the Royal Canadian Mint , the U.S. Mint produces circulation coins, numismatic coins, as well as bullion coins. The corporation was founded in 1792, in Washington DC, making it one of the oldest corporations in the industry.

The American Gold Eagle coin, launched in 1986 by the US Mint, has seen varying production levels over the decades. Initially, demand was strong, with the 1 oz coin alone surpassing 1.3 million units, alongside 599,000, 726,000, and 912,000 units for the 1/2 oz, 1/4 oz, and 1/10 oz sizes respectively. Demand fluctuated, peaking in the late 1990s and early 2000s before declining. The onset of the Great Recession in 2008 led to a resurgence in mintages, driven by gold prices , demand trends, and global market performance.

The Legacy and Investment Appeal of American Eagle Coins

The Founding Fathers made an appropriate choice when they selected the bald eagle as the emblem of the nation. The fierce beauty and proud independence of this great bird aptly symbolize the strength and freedom of America.

The Gold and Silver American Eagles are the most renowned coins from the U.S. Mint, with the 1986 Gold Eagle containing one troy ounce of 91.67% pure gold and the Silver Eagle containing one troy ounce of 99.99% pure silver . The Gold Eagle comes in 1 oz, 1/2 oz, 1/4 oz, and 1/10 oz sizes and is composed of 91.67% gold, 3% silver, and 5.33% copper, featuring Augustus Saint-Gaudens' Lady Liberty on the front. The Silver Eagle showcases Adolph A. Weinman's "Walking Liberty" design from 1916 to 1947, with inscriptions of Liberty, "In God We Trust," and the year. Additionally, the U.S. Mint produces 99.95% pure 1-ounce platinum and palladium coins, whose price fluctuation patterns differ from gold and silver, making them ideal for a diversified portfolio.

New 2021 Design of Gold Eagle Coins

In 2021, the American Gold Eagle coin underwent a significant change with a new design on its reverse side, marking the collection's 35th anniversary. Designed by Jennie Norris, an artist in the US Mint's Artistic Infusion Program, the new reverse features:

1. A detailed left-profile relief of the American bald eagle, showcasing intricate feather work on its head.
2. The eagle gazes towards the horizon with a piercing gaze.
3. Inscriptions include "United States of America," "E Pluribus Unum," and "In God We Trust" above the eagle's head, with "50 Dollars" and "1 oz Fine Gold" below.
4. Fractional-ounce coins display their specific face value and weight markings.

Jennie Norris, chosen from over 34 designs, brings her background as a graphic designer and illustrator, with experience working for brands like Crayola, Sea World, and Target. Her design reflects her passion and expertise, drawing from her time as a volunteer raptor handler to capture the bald eagle's essence.

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