$50 Gold Eagle
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Drescription: The 1 oz $50 American Gold Eagle is the official US gold bullion coin, authorized in 1986, featuring 22-karat gold (gold, silver,copper) for enhanced durability. It bears a $50 face value and features Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ Lady Liberty on the obverse and a modern eagle portrait on the reverse (since 2021).
Key Specifications & Description:
Obverse Design: Features Lady Liberty holding a torch and an olive branch, with the U.S. Capitol in the background.
Reverse Design (Post-2021): A close-up, detailed portrait of a bald eagle.
Reverse Design (Pre-2021): A family of eagles, with a male flying over a nest.
Mint Mark: Primarily minted at the West Point Mint ("W"), though not on all bullion issues.
Key Specifications & Description:
Obverse Design: Features Lady Liberty holding a torch and an olive branch, with the U.S. Capitol in the background.
Reverse Design (Post-2021): A close-up, detailed portrait of a bald eagle.
Reverse Design (Pre-2021): A family of eagles, with a male flying over a nest.
Mint Mark: Primarily minted at the West Point Mint ("W"), though not on all bullion issues.