Specifications. Composition is 91.67% gold, 3% silver, balance copper with a reeded edge. Weight and diameter differs between the one, half, quarter, and tenth ounce sizes. The one ounce coin, $50 face value, is 1.287 inches (32.70 mm) in diameter, contains one gold troy ounce and weighs 1.0909 troy ounces (33.931 g).

Market Summary

The American Gold Eagle is an official gold bullion coin of the United States. Authorized under the Gold Bullion Coin Act of 1985, it was first released by the United States Mint in 1986.

American Eagles 1 Ounce

$50 Gold Eagles (Proof)

Gold American Buffalo bullion was introduced by the U.S. Mint on June 22, 2006, and this was the first time that the United States Government minted pure 24 karat gold coins for the public. The coin has a legal tender value of $50.

Beyond its gold content and government backing, the American Eagle Gold Coin carries a numismatic premium - a value assigned to it due to its rarity, historical significance, and appeal to collectors.

Perform a Magnet Test Gold is a precious metal not susceptible to magnetic forces. Thus coins containing a high concentration of gold will not react during a magnet test. This test is an easy way to detect counterfeit gold coins since they often have inexpensive metals that are magnetised.

Just like bullion bars, Gold Eagles carry a premium above the actual spot price of gold because of the work required to produce them. This premium disproportionately affects the smaller coins because while their gold content is less than the larger ones the work involved in making them is essentially the same.

Low mintage numbers have combined with a high level of brand recognition and collectability to make American Silver Eagles some of the most expensive coins in the world.

How To Spot Fake Gold Coins?

1. Know the Source.
2. Avoid Unrealistic Offers.
3. Perform a Magnet Test.
4. Detect Gold By Its Colour.
5. Measure and Weight Gold Coins.
6. Study The Mint Markings.
7. Ping Test.

Gold American Buffalo bullion was introduced by the U.S. Mint on June 22, 2006, and this was the first time that the United States Government minted pure 24 karat gold coins for the public. The coin has a legal tender value of $50.

$50 Gold Eagles (Proof)