1/2 OUNCE GOLD AMERICAN EAGLE (RANDOM YEAR)

General Overview
• First struck in 1986, the 1/2 oz American Gold Eagle is part of the U.S. Mint’s official gold bullion coin series.
• This coin often features the lowest mintage numbers among the four fractional sizes, making it an appealing choice for collectors and investors seeking rarity and value.
• Offered in random years, the coin arrives in uncirculated condition and showcases one of two iconic reverse eagle designs.

Coin Highlights
• Mintage: U.S. Mint (1986–Present)
• Contains: 1/2 Troy Ounce of .9167 fine (22-karat) gold
• Condition: Uncirculated
• Face Value: $25 (USD)
• Packaging: Ships in individual plastic flips
• Design: Lady Liberty on obverse; Family of Eagles or Eagle Head on reverse
• Security: U.S. government-issued legal tender
• IRA Eligible: Yes

Design Details
Obverse:
• Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ 1907 Lady Liberty design
• Liberty walks toward the viewer carrying a torch and olive branch, set against a background of the Capitol Building, sun rays, and 50 stars
• Inscriptions include “LIBERTY” and the coin’s year of issue
Reverse (Varies by Year):
• 1986–Mid-2021: Miley Busiek’s Family of Eagles, showing a male eagle in flight above a nest with a female and eaglets
• Mid-2021–Present: Jennie Norris’ Eagle Head, a detailed left-profile of a bald eagle symbolizing strength and vigilance
• Inscriptions: “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “E PLURIBUS UNUM,” “IN GOD WE TRUST,” “1/2 OZ. FINE GOLD,” and “25 DOLLARS”

Specifications
• Year: Random
• Mint Mark: Not Shown
• Purity: .9167 (22-karat)
• Manufacturer: U.S. Mint
• Thickness: 2.24 mm
• Diameter: 27 mm
• Inner Pack: Tube of 20 coins
• Denomination: $25 (USD)
• Condition: Uncirculated
• Face Value: $25 (USD)
• Issuing Country: United States
• Obverse Designer: Augustus Saint-Gaudens
• Reverse Designer: Miley Busiek or Jennie Norris
• Edge Design: Reeded
• Series: American Eagle
• CoA: No
• Capsule Size: 27 mm
• Packaging Type: Plastic Flip
• Package Dimensions: 1.1 x 1.1 x 0.1 inches
• Metal Weight: 0.5 Troy Ounce