In 1996, the American Gold Eagle coins marked a decade since their introduction in 1986. Despite the initial success, the demand for these coins gradually declined each year, reaching its lowest point with the 1996 1 oz American Gold Eagle. Secure yours now, available for purchase through BGASC.

Coin Highlights:

• Arrives in a protective flip!
• 11th year for the American Gold Eagle coin!
• Mintage limited to only 189,148 gold coins!
• Contains 1 Troy oz of actual gold content in BU condition.
• Holds a face value of $50 (USD) by the United States government.
• Obverse side shows Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ Liberty design.
• Reverse field presents Miley Busiek’s bald eagle family.

Every 1996 1 oz American Gold Eagle Coin listed on BGASC is in BU condition, showcasing no wear and tear but possibly displaying minor imperfections, such as breaks in luster or surface spots, characteristic of coins in this condition. These coins will arrive in protective plastic flips.

Obverse

The obverse of the 1996 1 oz American Gold Eagle boasts Liberty’s depiction by Augustus Saint-Gaudens, symbolizing progress with her torch guiding the waya design that graced the $20 Gold Double Eagle coin until 1933. Inscriptions read LIBERTY, and 1996.

Reverse

On the reverse of the 1996 American Gold Eagle Coin, Miley Busiek’s artwork portrays a family of bald eagles in their nest, with a male eagle flying over while the female guards the hatchlings. Inscriptions include UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, IN GOD WE TRUST, E PLURIBUS UNUM, 1 OZ. FINE GOLD, and 50 DOLLARS.

History

The 1996 1 oz American Gold Eagle coin marked a significant turning point in the series produced by the US Mint. Initially, the 1 oz coin held the highest demand among the available weights. However, a decade later, a different coin emerged as the favored choice. Surprisingly, while the 1 oz coin witnessed reduced demand, the 1/10 oz coin nearly doubled in demand during 1996, consistently matching or surpassing the 1 oz coin’s popularity.

Ordering

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