- Gold Content – 0.1000 oz. (3.1103 g)
- Gross Weight – 0.1091 oz. (3.393 g)
- Denomination – $5
- Composition – 91.67% gold, 3% silver, 5.33% copper
- Coin Diameter – 0.650 in. (16.50 mm)
- Thickness – 0.046 in. (1.19 mm)
- Mint Dates – 1986 to present
- Mint Mark – Not Shown – West Point
Details:
The Gold American Eagle series was authorized by the Gold Bullion Coin Act of 1985, signed into law by President Ronald Reagan. The act aimed to create a program for producing and marketing gold bullion coins of various sizes. The .10 oz denomination was among the sizes introduced when the program launched in 1986.
The Gold American Eagle .10 oz coin is struck in 22-karat gold, meaning it contains 91.67% gold, with the remaining 8.33% comprising copper and silver alloy. The coin has a weight of .10 troy ounce, which is approximately 3.11 grams. Its diameter measures 16.5 mm, and it has a thickness of 1.19 mm.
The Gold American Eagle .10 oz BU coin has gained popularity among investors and collectors due to its fractional size, which offers more accessibility for acquiring smaller amounts of gold. It is renowned for its artistic design, high gold purity, and status as U.S. legal tender.
