Gold American Eagle 1oz - Current Year
Description
The 2026 1 oz Gold American Eagle remains the world's most widely traded and recognized gold bullion coin. Struck by the United States Mint, this flag-ship issue combines official government backing for weight, content, and purity with standard-setting global liquidity. Key Features & Specifications Metal Content: 1 troy oz (1.00 oz) pure gold content Gross Weight: 33.931 grams (1.0909 troy oz) Face Value: $50 (US Legal Tender) Diameter: 32.70 mm Thickness: 2.87 mm Purity: 22-Karat gold (91.67% Au, 3% Ag, 5.33% Cu) Mint: United States Mint Backing: Fully guaranteed by the U.S. government for weight, purity, and gold content Account Eligibility: Approved for inclusion in Precious Metals IRAs Design Overview Obverse (Heads): Features Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ legendary 1907 Lady Liberty artwork, depicting Liberty in full stride with flowing hair, holding a torch in her right hand and an olive branch in her left, framed by the U.S. Capitol building and sun rays. Reverse (Tails): Features the Type 2 design by Jennie Norris—a close-up, highly detailed portrait of an American Bald Eagle capturing its intense gaze and layered feather texture. Alloyed with small percentages of silver and copper, its traditional 22-karat crown gold composition offers enhanced durability, surface hardness, and scratch resistance compared to pure 24-karat coins, protecting its finish during handling and storage.