Description
The 1/4 Ounce American Gold Eagle is a reputable gold bullion coin minted by the United States Mint. Introduced in 1986, this coin’s face value is $10. The coin contains 1/4 troy ounce of pure gold. The obverse design, inspired by Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ full-length figure of Lady Liberty with flowing hair, set against a background of a rising sun, is considered one of the most beautiful designs in American coinage. The reverse, designed by Miley Busiek, features a male eagle carrying an olive branch flying above a nest containing a female eagle and her hatchlings. The inscriptions include “United States of America,” the denomination, and “In God We Trust.” As an official gold bullion coin of the United States, American Gold Eagles are guaranteed by the U.S. government for their gold content, weight, and purity, making them a trusted choice for investors and collectors.