The American Gold Eagle series is the official gold bullion coin of the United States. It contains three different versions: a bullion coin for investors, burnished coin for collectors who enjoy exhibiting coins, and the proof coin for collectors who appreciate beautiful finishes. Right now, you can purchase a perfect condition 2013-W ½ oz Proof American Gold Eagle from JM Bullion.
Coin Highlights:
- Ships in an NGC plastic slab.
- Contains ½ oz of .999 pure gold.
- Bears a face value of $25 (USD) fully backed by the United States government.
- Graded PF70 by the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation.
- Available with an Ultra-cameo finish.
- “W” mint mark from the West Point Mint.
American Gold Eagle coins were introduced in 1986 following passage of the Gold Bullion Coin Act of 1985. This legislation paved the way for the production of the nation’s official gold coin, which is now available in bullion, proof, and burnished versions, with four weights struck in total for each coin. All American Gold Eagle coins feature only gold sourced from within the US.
Each 2013-W ½ oz Proof American Gold Eagle in this JM Bullion listing is a perfectly graded coin. PF70 coins have their full, original luster, and no blemishes, contact marks, hairlines, or detracting flaws of any kind. Ultra-cameo coins feature a strong, frosted finish on the design set, and a deeply-mirrored, clear background field.
On the obverse side of the coin is Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ depiction of Lady Liberty. In it, Liberty is featured striding forward out of the setting sun, with a torch in her right hand guiding the way, and the olive branch in her left symbolizing peace.
The reverse of each American Gold Eagle bears Miley Busiek’s depiction of a family of nesting bald eagles. On the surface, the male bald eagle is visible flying over the nest as a female stands guard over the hatchlings. Engravings read “United States of America,” “In God We Trust,” and the face value of the coin.
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