
Set of five 1/10 oz American Gold Eagle $5 coins in presentation case
Selling Price
$900
History
The American Gold Eagle coin program was established by the Gold Bullion Coin Act of 1985 and first released in 1986. These coins are the official gold bullion coins of the United States, minted by the U.S. Mint and guaranteed for weight, content, and purity by the federal government. The 1/10 oz denomination features Augustus Saint-Gaudens' iconic Lady Liberty design on the obverse and a family of eagles on the reverse, designed by Miley Busiek. These presentation sets appeal to both coin collectors and precious metal investors who value government-backed gold bullion. The "United States Gold Vault" packaging was a popular retail presentation format in the 2000s-2010s, making these coins accessible to beginning collectors while maintaining their investment-grade status. Such sets are particularly valued by numismatists and gold investors for their combination of artistic beauty, historical significance, and intrinsic precious metal value.
Origin
Philadelphia or West Point, Pennsylvania, United States
Maker
United States Mint
Time period
2000s-2010s