The half-ounce American Gold Eagle coin is the U.S. Mint official 1/2 oz. bullion coin popular with collectors around the world. It is half the size and weight as the iconic once-ounce American Gold Eagle and is an easy and affordable way to enjoy all the benefits of collecting gold. With a historic iconic design and 1/2 oz. of gold, it combines the best aspects of collecting and the appeal of bullion, which makes it one of the most popularly purchased U.S. gold coins. The half-ounce American Gold Eagle has all the appeal of the larger one-ounce coin, but at a much lower price point, so more people can enjoy its widely popular design. They can be purchased individually, graded and certified, or in quantity with half oz. gold eagle coin rolls. They are available in a proof and mint state graded certified condition from Numismatic Guarantee Corporation (NGC) and Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS), in a wide variety of special holders, including the very popular half oz. gold eagle first release issues. Continue reading to learn more about this fractional version of the iconic American Gold Eagle series and browse our extensive selection below.
How much gold is in a one-half ounce (1/2 oz) Gold American Eagle?
Each 1/2-oz Gold American Eagle contains 0.5 ounces of gold. The metal content for each Gold Eagle Coin is 91.67% gold (22 karats), and an alloy of 3% silver and 5.33% copper to help increase the stability and scratch-resistance of the coins. Also, each 1/2 oz Gold Eagle weighs 16.965 grams and has a face value of $25.
What is the U.S. Government’s guarantee for the Gold American Eagle?
American Eagle gold coins have a U.S. Government guarantee of accurate precious metal content, weight, and purity. By law, each coin is guaranteed to contain an exact quantity of gold, which is mined exclusively in the United States from newly mined sources in America, and to meet the rigid quality standards of the U.S. Mint.
One Half Ounce Gold Eagles for Sale at GOVMINT
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