- Gold Content – 1 oz. (31.1035 g)
- Gross Weight – 1.0909 oz. (33.930 g)
- Composition – 91.67% gold, 3% silver, 5.33% copper
- Coin Diameter – 1.287 in. (32.70 mm)
- Thickness – 0.113 in. (2.87 mm)
- Mint Dates – 1986 to present
Details:
Gold American Eagle 1 oz BU (Brilliant Uncirculated) coin is closely intertwined with the creation of the Gold American Eagle series and the resurgence of gold coinage in the United States.
The design selection process for the Gold American Eagle coins involved both historical and contemporary influences. The obverse design of the 1 oz coin features a depiction of Lady Liberty originally created by Augustus Saint-Gaudens for the $20 Double Eagle gold coin in 1907. The reverse design, portraying a family of nesting eagles, was specifically created by sculptor Miley Busiek for the Gold American Eagle series.
The Gold American Eagle 1 oz coin is struck in 22-karat gold, which means it contains 91.67% gold, with the remaining 8.33% made up of copper and silver. The coin weighs 1 troy ounce, equivalent to approximately 31.1 grams. It has a diameter of 32.7 mm and a thickness of 2.87 mm.
