1/10 oz Gold American Eagle

The 1/10 oz Gold Eagle is the smallest denomination in the series, and they are one of the easiest and most affordable ways to enjoy the benefits of owning gold. 

Buying secondary market 1/10 oz Gold Eagles will typically provide a better deal with lower premiums when compared with current year issues. Secondary market gold coins are usually a mix of years based on dealer buy backs and wholesale markets. 

The obverse features a version of the famous Saint-Gaudens of Lady Liberty with includes inscriptions for the year-date of minting. 

During the 2021 mintage year, a new reverse design was introduced that features just the head of an eagle. All Gold Eagle coins minted prior to the introduction of the Type 2 in 2021 display a portrait of an eagle flying to his nest with stunning detail on the reverse. Both designs are frequently found amongst secondary market inventories.

American Eagle 1/10 oz Gold coins have a face value of "5 DOLLARS" , which is inscribed on the reverse along with the United States motto and the declaration of the "1/10 oz FINE GOLD".

1/10 Gold Eagle Highlights

• Minted with a full one-tenth troy ounce of .999 fine gold.
• 22-karat gold, alloyed with a small amount of silver and copper.
• Reeded edge.
• $5 USD face value legal tender.
• Backed and guaranteed by the US Mint.
• Selected from random years based on dealer inventory.

Each 1/10 ounce Gold Eagle coin has a diameter of 16.5mm, and the overall gross weight is nearly .11 troy ounces, with the inclusion of small amounts of silver and copper. The cheapest tenth ounce Gold Eagles are most often found amongst random year coins. These are circulated gold coins and may shows signs of handling or light surface scratches.

Why Buy 1/10 oz Gold Eagle Coins?

The American Eagle 1/10 oz gold coin an affordable and accessible entry point for new investors for just a fraction of the cost of a full ounce. Their small size and government backing means that there is a larger pool of investors seeking these coins. They are highly liquid in the bullion markets and very easy to sell or trade.

Due to the nature of secondary market coins, the one-tenth ounce coins you receive could be from any year since 1986. These coins were purchased by investors when newly minted, and over time, many have been sold back to a dealer, entering the secondary market.

The condition of circulated gold eagle coins may show some signs of moderate handling or have minor surfaces scratches. However, these minor imperfections do not effect the gold coin value as these are traded based on the intrinsic value.

The 1/10 oz Gold Eagle coin offer a combination of affordability, liquidity, with some potential for appreciation, making them a versatile choice for both new and experienced investors in precious metals. 

American Eagle 1/10 oz Gold Coins were created by Congress to be a trusted and stable store of value for investors. These are one of the most widely recognized and traded gold bullion coins, making them extremely liquid if and when you need to sell. The American Eagle Gold coin is one of the most popular investment gold coin programs in the world.

1/10 oz Gold American Eagle Mintages

The American Eagle coin series is minted by the US Mint "on-demand" each year. Coins are produced based on sales demand from Authorized Purchasers and bullion wholesales and dealers. The full Gold Eagle mintage details and sales reports are available in our blog.

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