Gold American Eagles
Celebrate America’s rich traditions of liberty and family values with the addition of the American Gold Eagle to your portfolio. Released by the U.S. Mint in 1986, American Eagles consist of 91.67% gold and are backed by the U.S. government. Discover more about the value this investment could bring to your portfolio and learn how to buy American Eagle Gold coins today.
Gold
American
1 Ounce Eagle
(33.931 grams)
Gold
American
1/4 Ounce Eagle
(8.483 grams)
Gold
American
1/10 Ounce Eagle
(3.393 grams)
What to Know Before Ordering
1 oz Gold American Eagles at a Glance:
- 1 troy ounce of .9167 fine gold
- 1.29 inch (32.7 mm) diameter
- $50 USD face value
- Legal tender backed by the U.S. government
- Eligible for your Precious Metals IRA
- Sold in units of 10 coins
1 oz American Gold Eagle coins can be purchased outright online or by calling one of our knowledgeable Account Representatives.
Monex account representatives are available between 5:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Pacific time each Monday through Friday (except national holidays) and on many weekends.
People Also Ask
How do I buy and receive Gold American Eagles?
Once you have decided on the quantity of Gold American Eagles to purchase, your Monex account representative will assist you in executing your order over the phone. Your purchase and price will be confirmed on a voice recorded line after your acknowledgment, and a written confirmation will be sent to you with the details of your order.
Payment may be made after you order, but must be initiated on the day of purchase, which means you must mail or wire funds on the day of your purchase. You can have your metal shipped to your home, made available for pick-up at over 30 facilities across the U.S. and Canada, or have your metal delivered to a bank/depository for storage.
What is an American Gold Eagle coin?
The United States Mint issues Gold American Eagles as legal tender gold bullion coins for investment purposes, under congressional authority. The family of Gold Eagles consists of four sizes and face values. Though they are technically money, their face value is insignificant compared to their intrinsic value, and they do not circulate as coinage. By far, one of the most popular and most liquid sizes of almost all coins is the one-ounce $50 face value American Gold Eagle.
What is the gold content of the American Eagle coin?
Although not considered pure gold, the Gold American Eagle maintains strong popularity with investors looking to add gold coins to their portfolio. The Gold Eagle consists of 91.67% gold, 5.33% copper and 3% silver resulting in an approximately 22 karat coin, as opposed to the 24 karats found in the pure gold American Buffalo coins. The $50 face value gold Eagle weighs 1.0909 troy ounces, or 33.93 grams, and is 32.7 mm in diameter and 2.87 mm thick. However, each coin contains precisely one troy ounce of pure gold. The $10 Gold Eagle weighs 0.2727 troy ounces and is precisely .25 troy ounces of pure gold, and the $5 Gold Eagle weighs 0.1091 troy ounces and is precisely .1 troy ounces of pure gold.
Where is the best place to buy Gold American Eagle coins?
Reliability of a commodity and your comfort in making a transaction is paramount. Since 1967, Monex companies have made it a priority to buy back gold that customers have purchased from Monex. Our multi-billion dollar, two-way buy/sell market is a hallmark and tradition at Monex, and is your assurance of liquidity for your Gold American Eagle investment. Please contact a Monex Account Representative for additional details.
What is the cost of a one ounce Gold Eagle to purchase?
The purchase price of a one ounce Gold American Eagle is at the Monex Ask price. In addition, there are charges such as commission and shipping. There is no shipping charge if you select depository delivery. Today’s ask price per coin for buying in units of ten is: 2270.90.
Related Products
Investor Kit
Want your kit sooner?
Faster delivery
is available by phone.
800-444-8317