American Eagle Gold Proof Sets - A Beautiful Gold Keepsake
American Eagle Gold Proof Sets are perfect for the gold bullion collector who esteems to own a beautiful keepsake version of the American Eagle Gold Bullion coin. Each of these gorgeous American Eagle Gold Bullion Proof 4 Coin Sets contain a 1 ounce, 1/2 ounce, 1/4 ounce, and a 1/10th ounce proof coin.
Just the Facts
(1.) Each coin in the American Eagle Gold Bullion Proof Four Coin Set is considered to be legal tender.
(2). Each coin consists of 91.67% gold (22 karat).
(3.) The content and weight of each gold proof coin is actually backed by the United States Government.
(4.) Each American Eagle Gold Proof Set is available in limited mintage. The 2008 Gold Eagle Proof Set has a production limit of just 35,000.
(5.) The four coins in each proof set has a different face value, measurement, gold content, and weight.
The Design
The American Eagle gold coin is a true masterpiece. The front of the coin, or the obverse, showcases a rendering of Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ tall, full figure of Libery, complete with long, free-flowing hair. In her right hand, Liberty is carrying a torch and in her left, an olive branch. The design featured on the back of the coin, or the reverse, was created by sculptor Miley Busiek. Here, a male eagle can be seen carrying an olive branch and flying high above a female eagle and her hatchlings in their nest.
Each Coin is Different
The one (1) oz. coin has a fifty dollar face value. It measures 1.287 inches in diameter, contains one troy ounce of gold and has a weight of 1.0909 troy ounces.
The one-half (
