Investing In American Gold Eagles

While sifting through today's wide choices of investment vehicles, many bullion investors tend to favor American Gold Eagles. American Gold Eagles are guaranteed by the United States Government to contain their stated gold content and are also considered one of the most beautiful gold bullion coins on the market today. Authorized by an Act of Congress in 1986, American Eagles are the official legal tender gold coins of the United States Of America.

American Gold Eagles are produced in different weights. There are four options to choose from of 1 ounce, 1/2 ounce, 1/4 ounce and 1/10 ounce denominations. Generally, smaller weights appear to cost less, but in reality it may actually be more cost-effective to purchase the 1 ounce gold coins. Gold bullion coins containing more than 90% fine gold are referred to as a 'pure' gold coins.

The coin's obverse features a beautiful illustration of Lady Liberty marching through the sun's rays while holding her torch aloft. The inspiration for the coin came from it's designer, the famed Irish-American sculptor Augustus Saint-Gauden. The reverse features a design by Miley Busiek, and features a male bald eagle clutching an olive branch in its talons while it glides it's nest. The reverse also displays most of the wording on the coin, including the famous phrase 'E PLURIBUS UNUM' along with the motto 'IN GOD WE TRUST'.

In the current precious metals climate, gold bullion prices rise and fall very quickly. The price of gold coins is increasing by the day, and they have been high on everyone's list as a means to a safe economic future.

Today's casual investors are purchasing American Gold Eagles for long-term financial stability against dwindling dollar values. Savvy gold bullion investors are choosing to pay a small premium and employing the services of either of the top coin grading services: PCGS (Professional Coin Grading Service) or NGC (Numismatic Guaranty Corporation). Purchasing a third party graded coin gives the buyer an extra level of security when making a bullion coin investment, especially if the purchase is being made online.

Mint condition values for investment grade gold coins usually range from somewhere between 61 and 66, with a grade of 70 being the highest. When considering investing in gold eagles, keep in mind that above all, the coin's condition and quality are the most important factors. This will greatly affect the price when buying or selling the gold.

Whether you are a serious gold bullion investor, or just beginning to feel your way around the gold coin marketplace, investing in American Gold Eagles is one of the safest ways to begin to add physical gold to a diverified investment portfolio.