2018 1/2 oz American Gold Eagle Coin
Product Description
Historically, the 1/2 oz American Gold Eagle coin stands out with one of the lowest mintage figures in bullion releases. Since the inception of the Gold Eagle Series in 1986, the 1/2 oz and 1/4 oz coins have alternated as the coins with the lowest mintage and high demand. Now, you can secure your 2018 1/2 oz American Gold Eagle Coins online from BGASC.
Highlights:
- Available in an individual plastic flip or mint tubes of 40 coins!
- Marking the 33rd year of the American Gold Eagle coins!
- Limited mintage of 32,000 coins!
- Contains 1/2 Troy oz of actual gold content.
- Face value of $25 (USD) is fully backed by the US government.
- Obverse features Augustus Saint-Gaudens iconic image of Liberty.
- Reverse showcases a family of bald eagles created by Miley Busiek.
All 2018 1/2 oz American Gold Eagle coins listed here ship inside plastic flips. The 2018 coin experienced a drop in demand, marking the third consecutive year in which mintage fell for this weight in the American Gold Eagle Series.
Obverse
The obverse of all American Gold Eagle Coins includes the iconic image of Liberty striding forth from the nations capital. Visible at her feet is the US Capitol Building, and her free figure wears no crown, with flowing hair in the wind. She holds her torch high in her right hand with an olive branch of peace in her left.
Reverse
On the reverse of 2018 1/2 oz American Gold Eagle Coins, youll find Miley Busieks contribution to the seriesa captivating image of a family of bald eagles in their nest created exclusively for the American Gold Eagle series in 1986.
History
The inaugural release in 1986 witnessed the highest-ever mintage figure for the 1/2 oz Gold Eagle, with 599,566 coins sold by the US Mint. Demand sharply declined the following year to just 131,255 coins. Over the years, the 1/2 oz gold bullion coin surpassed the 100,000 coin threshold in mintage only three times.
American Gold Eagle 1/2 oz coins wouldnt surpass 100,000 again until 1998 when 169,029 coins were produced. The second-highest all-time mintage figure for the 1/2 oz coins came in 1999 when 263,013 were struck. The third time the coins exceeded 100,000 was in 2009 during the Great Recession when 110,000 coins were struck and sold.
Ordering
For any questions about this coin, feel free to contact BGASC at 888-992-4272, chat with us live online, or send us an email.
Buying Gold And Silver Coins With BGASC Is Convenient And Secure
BGASC is Fast, Reliable, and Trusted. All orders of $199 or more Ship FREE. Our prices are ultra-competitive and there is no order minimum. We have NO hidden fees and we don't do phone solicitation calls either. All shipments are packaged securely, discreetly and are fully insured. We accept payment by Credit Card, PayPal, Crypto, ACH, Bank Wire and Paper Check. Your prices are locked in when checkout is completed. Customers all across the country have quickly come to recognize BGASC as one of the largest, fastest, most trusted online precious metals dealers in the U.S.
Specifications
Year | 2018 |
---|---|
Metal Content | 0.50 Troy Ounce |
Metals Purity | .9167 |
Denomination | $25 |
Producer | United States Mint |
Product Series | American Eagle |
Diameter | 27 mm |
Inner Pack | 40 |
Mint Mark | Not Shown |
Thickness | 2.24 mm |
Outer Pack | 1,000 |
Condition | Brilliant Uncirculated |
Country | United States |
Designer (Obverse) | Augustus Saint-Gaudens |
Designer (Reverse) | Miley Busiek |
Edge Style | Reeded |
Certificate of Authenticity | No |
Packaging | Plastic Flip |
Packaging Dimensions | 1.06 x 1.06 x .08 |
Shipping | Orders over $199 Ship Free |
Product Reviews
How Does Free Shipping Work?
When the subtotal of your purchase, including applicable discounts, is $199 or more, you receive free shipping for your entire order. In order to receive free shipping on purchases of $199 or more, you must live within the 50 US states. For orders less than $199, a $9.95 shipping fee applies. All products are discreetly packaged and shipped with full insurance included.
When will my order ship?
Most BGASC orders are shipped within one (1) business day of your payment clearing. Payments made via PayPal clear instantly. Bitcoin payments clear instantly once the transaction is confirmed. Credit Card and bank wire payments process within 1 business day. ACH and paper check payments take 3-5 business days. Once payments are processed, products are released to fulfillment for packaging and shipping.
Can I choose the method of shipping?
All orders of $199 or more that are eligible for free shipping are, by default, shipped via a carrier of our choice (USPS or UPS). Depending on the contents and size of your purchase, you may be able to upgrade to a specific carrier during checkout.
Will I need to sign for my package?
For those orders of $999.99 or less, there is no need to sign for your package. However, you may select the option to require a signature at delivery if you want. This can be chosen and paid for at checkout. All orders of $1000 or more require a signature to complete delivery.
What about International Orders?
BGASC is only able to ship to addresses in any of the 50 US states. This includes P.O. boxes and APO addresses.
U.S. Shipping Rates | |
Your Order Amount | Rate |
less than $199 | $9.95 |
$199 +up | FREE |