Proof American Gold Eagle Coins are the official collectible version of the nation’s primary gold bullion coin. The Gold Eagle features iconic images of Lady Liberty and the American bald eagle, both of which are staples of the broader design elements of the American Eagle Series of bullion from the United States Mint. Today, 1/4 oz Proof American Gold Eagle Coins are av... Read More
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The proof coins in the American Gold Eagle Series come in four weights. These weights are the same as the BU versions of the coin, but with limited mintage figures available each year. The 2022 Proof Gold Eagle Series includes a 10,000-coin set and all four coins available for individual purchase. Today, 2022-W 1/4 oz Proof American Gold Eagle Coins are available to you on... Read More
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Any quantity available for $476.65 per coin over spot!
With the release of the new Type 2 Proof American Gold Eagle Coins, the United States Mint has established strict limits on the quantity of the coins that will be produced. This applies, in particular, to the traditional packaging of the Proof Gold Eagles for ... Read More
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Proof American Gold Eagle coins are the official collectible version of the nation’s bullion coin. These gold coins for sale come from the United States Mint annually with four weights, but each one was introduced at a different point in time. The second of the four proofs offered was the 1/2 oz coin. Today, 1/2 oz Proof American Gold Eagles are available to you online f... Read More
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One of the most diverse and popular gold coins in the world is the American Gold Eagle, the official gold coin of the United States, which is available in bullion, proof, and burnished versions. Featuring images of Lady Liberty and the American bald eagle, thi... Read More
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The American Gold Eagle and its Silver Eagle counterpart are soaring into a new generation of coining in 2021. In celebrating the 35th anniversary of the series, the US Mint has introduced a refreshed bald eagle design on the reverse side of the respective coi... Read More
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Among the four coins in the Proof American Gold Eagle Coin Series, the 1/2 oz gold coin is the largest of the fractional-ounce coin and one of three fractional-ounce options. With a low mintage and even lower availability in individual packaging, the 2023 1/2 oz Proof Gold Eagle is a great buy for collectors. Today, 2023 1/2 oz Proof American Gold Eagle Coins are available... Read More
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Each year, the United States Mint issues its American Gold Eagle Coin in three different versions. The most popular collectible option is the Proof Gold Eagle. Available in four weights, the largest fractional-ounce coin is typically the lowest minted in the c... Read More
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The American Gold Eagle is the official gold bullion coin of the United States. Available as bullion, proof, and burnished coins, the series offers four weights in the bullion and proof options with just a 1 oz gold coin in the burnished series. The Proof Amer... Read More
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The American Gold Eagle is the official gold bullion coin of the United States. Like many popular gold bullion programs from national mints around the globe, the American Gold Eagle features the same designs on each side each year. The value in these coins comes from the high standards of design and production used by the United States Mint. Today, you can purchase a 1 oz ... Read More
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Any quantity available for $671.99 per coin over spot!
The largest of the four coins in the Proof American Gold Eagle Series is the 1 oz coin. Proof American Gold Eagles are the collectible versions of the nation’s official gold coin program and come with much lower mintage figures than their bullion counterpart... Read More
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2015 marks yet another release year for the American Gold Eagle Coin series. This collection has become a highly collectible item for bullion enthusiasts around the world because of its patriotic imagery. The American Gold Eagle coin is considered the official gold bullion product of the United States, which is another reason this series remains so famous. Now, the 2015-W ... Read More
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The official gold bullion coin of the US is the American Gold Eagle, first issued in 1986. Its the first gold coin to be minted in the US since 1933. To protect the high quality cameo finish of the Proof coins, the Mint issues them in protective capsules that are placed in boxes fit for display. With their limited mintages, the Proof American Gold Eagle coins are an ideal ... Read More
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The United States Mint is known for its collection of gold coins, but when it comes to a standout product with high value and universally recognized for its alluring prestige, the Proof American Gold Eagle coin has no competition. They are available in four different weights, but the 1 oz remains the most popular option for collectors and investors. Today, JM Bullion offer... Read More
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The Proof American Gold Eagle Coin collection is one of the most highly coveted Proof gold collections struck by the US Mint. It made its debut in 1986 to critical acclaim and high demand by the global collective of investors and collectors who were left enthralled by its gorgeous imagery and intrinsic value. The Proof Gold Coin is a variation of the classic American Gold ... Read More
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The American Gold Eagle is the most popular gold commemorative coin from the United States Mint. These coins serve not only as the official bullion coin of the United States, but as a proof specimen are the official collectible gold coin of the nation. Right now, the 30th anniversary of the American Eagle is celebrated in style with the 2016 1 oz Proof American Gold Eagle ... Read More
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The Proof American Gold Eagle coin is part of the most popular coin series in the world. The United States Mint strikes these stunning coins in three different versions: bullion, proof, and uncirculated. For each version of the coin, there are four different weights available as well: 1 oz, ½ oz, ¼ oz, and 1/10 oz. Today, you can purchase the 2017-W 1 oz Proof American G... Read More
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The American Gold Eagle is one of the world’s most coveted gold coins for sale. Debuting in 1986, the coins in this series have been available each year since that date in the BU range. The Proof Gold Eagle made a unique debut in 1986 and is the most highly regarded coin in the proof series as it represents the first date mark in the long-running collection. Right now, 1... Read More
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In 1986, the United States Mint introduced the Proof American Gold Eagle Coin for collectors. The series debuted with only a 1 oz gold coin that year, but would eventually grow to include all three fractional-ounce coins in the overall series. Right now, 1991-W 1 oz Proof American Gold Eagle Coins are available to purchase online from JM Bullion. Coin Highlights: A... Read More
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The Proof American Gold Eagles are available in four weights each year ranging from a 1 oz gold coin to a 1/10 oz gold coin. The series is unique in that all four weights were introduced at different times. The first of those was, however, the 1 oz Proof American Gold Eagle. Now, 2022-W 1 oz Proof American Gold Eagle Coins are available to you for purchase online at JM Bul... Read More
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The American Gold Eagle coin is the nation’s official gold bullion offering and is available annually in both investment-grade and proof options. The proof coins come in the same four weights available in the bullion versions but were introduced over the course of the first three years of coin availability. Today, 2-Coin Proof American Gold Eagle Sets are available to yo... Read More
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The American Gold Eagle coin is the official gold bullion product of the United States. Struck annually by the United States Mint, these coins are available in bullion, proof, and burnished versions for investors and collectors alike to enjoy. Today, 4-Coin Proof American Gold Eagle Sets are available to you online from JM Bullion from various years of issue with original ... Read More
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Proof American Gold Eagle Coins are highly coveted among collectors. The annual-release coins have been issued by the US Mint since 1986, with fractional weights available as of 1987 and 1988. If you find it hard to decide which coin in the series is right for you, the 4-coin set takes away the angst of making a decision. Right now, 2018-W 4-Coin Proof American Gold Eagle ... Read More
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The American Gold Eagle coin is the official gold bullion product of the US Mint. Beginning in 1986, Proof Gold Eagles were only available in the 1 oz weight. In 1987, the 1/2 oz weight was added, followed by the 1/4 oz and 1/10 oz weights in 1988. This 4-coin set contains one of each of these weights. The Proof American Gold Eagle coins are struck in 22-karat gold and min... Read More
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The Proof American Gold Eagle coins are the finest quality coin produced by the US Mint. They are struck in 22-karat gold and minted at the West Point Mint. With sculpted foregrounds and mirror-like backgrounds, they are carefully packaged to showcase and preserve their beautiful finish. A Certificate of Authenticity is included. This 4-coin set contains one of each weight... Read More
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The American Gold Eagle Series is one of the most well-known and critically acclaimed gold bullion coins in modern history. Issued in 1986, the Proof versions made their resounding introduction in 1988 with accessible four fractional weights. Today, JM Bullion offers you the 2008-W 4 Coin Proof American Gold Eagle Coin Set! Coin Highlights: Arrives to you in a disp... Read More
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The official gold bullion coin of the United States of America happens to be no other than the best-selling and globally coveted Proof American Gold Eagle coins. With variations of the coins found in silver and platinum, Proof American Eagles remain one of the most prized hard assets for investors and collectors in search of high value. Today, JM Bullion offers you the 199... Read More
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The American Gold Eagle coin program debuted in 1986 in bullion and proof versions. This was the beginning of an iconic series that took the world by storm and became one of the most legendary American gold coin collections to ever be produced by the US Mint. Today, JM Bullion offers you the 2002-W 4-Coin Proof American Gold Eagle Set! Coin Highlights: Arrives to y... Read More
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The American Gold Eagle coin is the official gold bullion product of the United States of America. Struck annually by the US Mint, these gorgeous coins are made available in bullion, proof, and burnished versions for both investors and collectors to add to their portfolios. Proof versions were first introduced in 1986 with the 1 oz size before three other fractional weight... Read More
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With the American Gold Eagle coin program, the United States Mint struck gold with an audience of eager collectors and investors who were excited to nab their own piece of rich American history. The legacy of the collection still holds weight today as the highest-selling gold bullion coin in the making of gold and silver coinages! Today, JM Bullion offers you the 2007-W 4-... Read More
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There is no other collectible coinage you need to add to your own collection of unique coins than the Proof American Gold Eagle coin. It remains one of the most popular collections from the US Mint. This is the perfect investment if you are a shrewd investor, and if you are an eager collector, you will surely love this colorful token of American history. Right now, JM Bull... Read More
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With the introduction of the Proof American Gold Eagle collection, US collectors and investors got to witness history in the making. They had created one of the most gorgeous collections of all time that had inadvertently given individuals a reason to fall in love with the country of America and her fiery spirit. This Proof American Gold Eagle set comprises four coins with... Read More
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The perfect memento of American history for any collector or investor is the Proof American Gold Eagle coin collection. It is a flawless representation of our culture as a unified nation. In celebration of its 12th annual release, you can own every single weighted version of the coin from 1998. This includes the 1 oz, the 1/2 oz, the 1/4 oz, and 1/10 oz gold coins. Today, ... Read More
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The Proof American Gold Eagles have always been one of the most remarkable coins from the United States Mint. On the obverse you’ll find a depiction of Lady Liberty, The reverse bears the American bald eagle, the nation’s official emblem since 1792. Today, JM Bullion offers you the 2011 Proof American Gold Eagle 4-Coin Set! Coin Highlights: Coins arrive in a US... Read More
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The official gold coin of the United States of America is the American Gold Eagle coin. Struck yearly by the United States Mint, these gorgeous gold coins are available in bullion, proof, and burnished versions for collectors and investors. Introduced in 1986, the American Gold Eagle series is a worldwide success that has enjoyed massive demand and loyal patronage. Today, ... Read More
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The 2003 4-Coin Proof American Gold Eagle Set is a highly sought-after collection of four beautifully crafted coins. This set includes a 1 oz, 1/2 oz, 1/4 oz, and 1/10 oz Proof American Gold Eagle coin, each minted with a stunning proof finish that enhances their already impressive designs. Now, 2003-W 4-Coin Proof American Gold Eagle Sets are available to you for purchase... Read More
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The beauty of our great nation is perfectly embodied in the Proof American Gold Eagle coin collection. First issued in 1986, it flawlessly highlights our rich American history and how we have formed one of the most unified nations on Earth in spite of our vast diversity. Today, JM Bullion offers you the 1988 4-Coin Proof American Gold Eagle Set! Coin Highlights: Ar... Read More
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There are a variety of major proof gold bullion coins in the gold market, but none of them have quite the reputation of the Proof American Gold Eagle collection. It was first issued in 1986 with resounding success and a lot of fanfare from US collectors and investors. Because we want to honor the 4th release of the famous collection, you can now own all four coin sizes of ... Read More
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The American Gold Eagle is a staple of the precious metals industry. When it was introduced in 1986, the series was available with four coins in the BU Series and just one in the Proof Series. By 1988, the proofs had grown to include the three fractional-ounce weights. Today, JM Bullion offers you the 1991 4-Coin Proof American Gold Eagle Set! Coin Highlights: Ship... Read More
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Any quantity available for $834.84 per oz over spot!
Each year that the United States Mint releases its Proof American Gold Eagles, the four coins of the series are available to collectors for individual purchase with presentation packaging. The US Mint also ensures collectors have a chance to own all four coins... Read More
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The American Gold Eagle coin is issued by the United States Mint on an annual basis. Each year, the mint issues these coins in BU, Proof, and Burnished versions. The BU and Proof versions have four weights available, and the US Mint packages all four of the Proof Gold Eagles together in a 4-coin set with limited mintages each year for collectors. Today, 2022-W 4-Coin Proof... Read More
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The American Gold Eagle is one of the most popular gold coins on the market. The popular series includes coins in three unique versions, BU, proof, and burnished. Now, you can own the smallest size in the proof series. The 2024-W 1/10 oz Proof American Gold Eagle Coin is available now, at JM Bullion. Coin Highlights: Arrives in a display box with a Certificate of A... Read More
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The smallest coin in the American Eagle Series from the United States Mint is the 1/10 oz American Gold Eagle. From America’s official gold bullion coin series, these affordable gold coins are available in both bullion and proof versions. The 1/10 oz Proof American Gold Eagle Coin is available to you today online from JM Bullion from random years of production. Coin H... Read More
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Proof American Gold Eagles from the United States Mint rolled out at a different pace than their bullion counterparts. Though both versions of the coin were authorized with the Gold Bullion Act of 1985 and debuted together in 1986, the proof series featured only a 1 oz gold coin at first. Over the 1987 and 1988 release years, fractional weights were introduced, culminating... Read More
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Introducing the 2024-W 1/4 oz Proof American Gold Eagle Coin. This proof strike gold coin is minted annually by the US Mint and features a limited mintage. Order the 38th year of this incredible coin program with this gold coin, available at JM Bullion. Coin Highlights: Delivered in a display box with a Certificate of Authenticity! 38th release of the Proof Amer... Read More
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When first introduced, the ¼ oz Proof American Gold Eagle was one of the hottest sellers in the American Eagle collection. The Silver Eagle has just one weight, but the Gold Eagle series from the United States Mint offers collectors four options when the time comes to buy gold for investment or commemorative purposes. Right now, the ¼ oz Proof American Gold Eagle is avai... Read More
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The US Mint annually releases four proof gold coins in their well-known American Gold Eagle Series. Among them, the largest fractional option available is the 1/2 oz coin. This coin is a great option for investors and collectors due to its proof visuals, packaging, and limited availability. Order your 2024-W 1/2 oz Proof American Gold Eagle Coin today, at JM Bullion. Co... Read More
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The Proof American Gold Eagle is a beautiful numismatic piece within the American Gold Eagle Series. The Proof Gold Eagle is one of two numismatic options in this series alongside the Burnished Gold Eagle, but having debuted in 1986, the Proof Gold Eagle is older and more established with collectors. Today, 2024-W 1 oz Proof American Gold Eagle Coins are available online a... Read More
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The American Gold Eagle is among the most popular and recognizable coin programs in the world. For fans of the proof strikes of these coins, you can now own all 4 unique sizes from 2006 with the 2006-W 4-Coin Proof American Gold Eagle Set. This set arrives in a sleek presentation box, safeguarding all 4 coins, along with a Certificate of Authenticity. Order your set now, a... Read More
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The Proof American Gold Eagle Coin is without a doubt one of the most rewarding gold bullion investments you can acquire from the US Mint. To celebrate the 1989 release of the gorgeous coin, you can now have all four different sizes of coins in one single box collection! Today, JM Bullion offers you the 1989 4-Coin Proof American Gold Eagle Set! Coin Highlights: Ar... Read More
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Each year, the United States Mint issues the Proof American Gold Eagle Coins in four weights. While these coins are sold individually, the best way to own them all is with the annual four-coin set. Today, 2023-W 4-Coin Proof American Gold Eagle Sets are available to you online from JM Bullion. Coin Set Highlights: Available to you with individual capsules in a pres... Read More
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Proof gold coins are valuable collector’s editions, not only because they carry the market value of gold, but also because their rare proof status makes them even more valuable. Stunning American Gold Eagle Proofs are a wonderful addition to any collection.
Proof coins were traditionally the first coins minted from a set, meant to check the dies of the coin and to archive the coins. Today, however, these types of coins are made specifically for collectors and a special minting technique is used to give them their glossy finish along with a high level of detail.
Proof Gold American Eagles are popular collectible gold bullion coins minted by the United States Mint. First introduced in 1986, American Gold Eagles are offered in four sizes: one ounce, 1/2 ounce, 1/4 ounce, and 1/10 ounce. They contain the stated weight of gold in troy ounces and are alloyed with a small amount of silver and copper to give the coin more durability.
The front of the coin features Lady Liberty holding a torch and an olive branch and states the mint year. This design comes from the $20 Saint-Gaudens gold coin which was introduced in the early 20th century. On the back is a male eagle returning to a nest containing a female eagle and its hatchlings. The reverse also states the weight of the gold in troy ounces and the face value of the coin.
Since the 1986 introduction of the Proof American Gold Eagle, the United States Mint has featured the same design elements on the obverse and reverse. With the arrival of the 35th anniversary in 2021, the US Mint decided to move forward with a redesign of its reverse visuals. Both the Silver Eagle and Gold Eagle received new designs of the American bald eagle on the reverse of the coins, each one getting its own distinctive design element. Created by Jennie Norris, a member of the Artistic Infusion Program at the United States Mint, Ms. Norris created the following image:
Several differences exist between minting proofs and regular coins. The dies that strike the proof coins are treated with chemicals. Standard coins are struck with the dies only once. Proof coins, however, are struck twice or more, which doesn’t usually create any discernible doubling of the images, but does cause the detail on the coin to appear quite a bit sharper than an ordinary coin. Proof coins are also handled individually and with great care.
Because of the way proof coins are minted, the detailing of the design takes on a frosted look, while the flat parts are almost mirror-like in their smoothness.
The 22-karat alloy which composes American Gold Eagles is known as crown gold, a high standard that hadn’t been used in gold coins since 1834. The U.S. Mint raised the standard from 90 percent gold to 91.67 percent specifically for the American Gold Eagle, setting it apart from other gold bullion coins.
Just like circulated and uncirculated coins, proof coins have their own scale of grading. Grading companies like the NCG or PCGS use the prefix PF or PR to denote proof grading, then assign a number denoting quality, which will be between 60 and 70 unless the proof coin has accidentally made it into circulation.
Depending on how well the proof Gold Eagle was made, handled, and stored, small imperfections on the coin can occur, which change the grade. A PF70 or PR70 is extremely rare and means there are no discernible imperfections caused in post-production, even when magnified at 5x.
Investors prefer graded coins because gold bullion coins aren’t only worth the gold’s market price. Proof coins are worth more the higher their grade or rarity. Having a coin graded by a professional company ensures that any investor is getting exactly what they are looking for and is guaranteed a coin in the exact condition that the label states.
Proof coins are rarer than regular coins because the mints create fewer of them, which means mints sell them at a higher price than the same standard bullion coins. This gives them a high premium among collectors, whether or not they’ve been graded.
The number of proof coins minted each year is a major factor in determining the rarity of these coins. Certain years, like 1998, 2001, and 2002, had lower numbers of one-ounce Gold Eagle proofs minted than average, for example. Because proof coins are rare and specifically made to be collectible, the specific value of gold and the fluctuation in the gold market has less to do with the pricing than with uncirculated bullion coins.
Generally, the ratio of proof coins to uncirculated coins is one to five and can often be less. Each year, the mint takes orders for proof runs, and once those orders have been filled, the only place to obtain proof coins is through dealers or private sellers.
Proof Gold Eagles are a beautiful addition to any coin collection. Explore the Proof Gold Eagle coins available on JMBullion.com, and add some of these stunning coins to your collection today.
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