Golden eagle coins buy gold and silver bullion online safely and securely. The coin shop carries a large inventory of silver and gold bullion. Buy american gold eagle proof sets i lowest price guarantee i. Gold bullion coins provide investors with a convenient and cost effective way to add gold to their investment portfolio. Click on the links below to see historical melt values for each coin and to access the melt value calculator. The prices listed within the numismedia fmv price guide represent our fair market value determination for a properly graded coin within each category. Gold coin melt values gold coin prices ngc coin melt. The napoleon is the colloquial term for a former french gold coin. The coins were authorized by congress, under the american eagle bullion program, as a method for investors to conveniently and cost effectively purchase precious metals. All prices based on the forex gold quotation and for orders of five ounces or more.
The coins were minted at various times in denominations of 5, 10, 20, 40, 50, and 100 francs. These coins were in standard circulation until gold was removed from all circulating coinage in 1933. However, the proof american gold eagle coin has a greater value than even its bullion counterpart. Bullion coins are made at the philadelphia mint and proof coins as well as burnished finish coins are minted at west point. For this list, we are including all onedollar coins. The value of the oneounce gold eagle is equivalent to the melt value of one troy ounce of gold, which of course varies minute by minute. However, these proof sets also carry value as collectors items, making these coins some of the most valuable investments that a bullion buyer can make. Differences between a coins face value and actual worth. The ngc price guide value shows the average dealer retail price for an ngccertified coin in a standard holder with a standard label, not specific prices for individual coins and does not reflect any premiums for special holders, labels or designations. Visit the bullion dealer locator to locate a dealer bullion coins are not sold directly by the u. Locate ef 45 in stock and ready to ship now online.
Gold coins, including indian head and buffalo gold coins. Further, because these prices are only updated from time to time. This article focuses on the 20 franc coins issued during the reign of napoleon bonaparte, which are 21 mm in diameter, weigh 6. Though the coins contain a full tenth oz of gold, the purity is 22k 91.
Saintgaudens double eagles challenging to collect the early 20th century was a golden age of u. Mint and only a small percentage of coins minted come back. Circulated gold coins gold coin values below are based on the bid price at the cme. We continue to monitor the pricing discrepancies between new york comex and forex spot price, which vary day to day. The values below only reflect the gold value, not rarity or numismatic value. Bald eagles adorn the reverse protecting their young in a nest. Liberty twentydollar gold coin double eagle what you need to know about bicentennial quarters. In 2006, to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the american eagle bullion coin program, 1ounce silver and gold american eagles were issued with a reverse proof finish, which resulted in frosted. The title does not reveal that, you must read the special sunburst image to discover that. The mark of an eagle, wm rogers and star in a circle is the mark that william rogers applied to coin silver spoons that he produced between 1825 and 1841. The current or most recent monex gold bid price is. The regular issuance of new coins doesnt necessarily affect the value of proof 70 gold american eagles since this highest grade is difficult to achieve and there are very few coins that do. Shop a unique collection of american eagle gold coins from the official united states mint.
In 2006, to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the american eagle bullion coin program, 1ounce silver and gold american eagles were issued with a reverse proof finish, which resulted in. Gold eagle coin sets gold american eagle coin sets apmex. The table below shows melt values for commonly collected u. Coins for sale for american gold eagle type bullion coins items. Mint box 2020 14 oz gold american eagle bu wapmex gift box 2019 14 oz gold american eagle bu. With a huge inventory of over 5000 unique precious metals and numismatic items, golden eagle coins has been an industry leader in buying and selling coins online. The coin is named after its designer, augustus saintgaudens, and is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful u. Value will vary the value of gold eagle bullion coins will vary depending on precious metals markets. Gold eagles complete guide to american gold eagles. Because the term eagle also is the official united states designation for pre1933 ten dollars gold coins, the weight of the bullion coin is typically used when describing american gold eagles e. The pricing information we report comes from all over the numismatic market including many reliable dealers known for their unbiased market knowledge and information.
Proof gold coins are the first round of coins that are minted from a set. Todays gold coin prices closing price of gold bars and coins. Live precious metals, oil, and currency prices update 4720. During market hours, melt values of gold coins shown on this page are updated approximately every 15 minutes. Collectible coins, bullion, gold, silver, and more. Buy coins, bars and rounds from the coin shop at competitive prices. If you have a coin that is badly damaged, it will not be valued at top dollar but will still have its melt value, which is the price of the metal on the market. Additionally, coins are marked with the gold content 1 10 oz fine gold. Condition taken into account along with the type of precious metal used, the condition of the coin is also taken into account. Auction lot counts and record prices for coin varieties of gold eagles 1986 to date. Collectors corner greatcollections coin auctions 1 collectors like this. Gold american eagle coins are valued due to the gold content.
Pricing for bullion coins typically depends on the market price of the metal. The obverse of the gold american eagle is adapted from augustus saintgaudens famed gold double eagle design of 1907, often regarded as the most beautiful design in american coinage. The proof american gold eagles were minted, in just 1 oz increments, in 1986. All american gold eagle coins, regardless of style and finish, bear a face value reflective of the gold content by weight issued by the united states government. First produced because of the gold coin bullion act of 1985, collectors and investors may also order coins in 110, 14, or 12 ounce sizes. It is a stunning and iconic design, generally considered to be among the most beautiful of united states mint coins. The golden eagles weight, content, and purity is guaranteed by the united states government. This is particularly true with the 14oz american gold eagle, which has a marked face value of ten dollars. American eagle platinum proof coins the united states mint made numismatic history in 1997 when it produced its first legal tender platinum piecethe american eagle platinum proof coin. By 1988, the proof american gold eagle coin became available in four sizes. Most valuable us gold coins highest value gold coins. Usa coin book has compiled a list of the most valuable us gold coins ever known. The index is only of referenced to people, i would suggest that it should not be called an index.