1/10 oz Gold American Eagle

First introduced in 1986, the Gold Eagle program is one of the world's most popular investment gold coin programs. As the smallest of all the American Gold Eagle coins, the 1/10 oz Gold Eagles are the easiest and most affordable way to enjoy all the benefits of investing in gold.

Random year Gold Eagles are sold at a lower premium over the spot price compared to the current year's mintage. These are bullion coins and they are sought after for their gold content. Investing in gold coins offers a store of value that can act as a hedge against inflation and economic instability.

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. During the 2021 mintage year, a new reverse design was introduced that features just the head of an eagle.

Tenth ounce American Gold Eagles have a $5 face value, which is labeled on the reverse that also shows the United States motto as well as the declaration showing the amount fine gold.

The obverse features the famous Saint-Gaudens version of Lady Liberty and features inscriptions including the year-date of minting. 

Random Date 1/10 Gold Eagle Details:

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

Each 1/10 ounce Gold Eagle coin is 16.5mm in diameter, and the overall gross weight is nearly .11 troy ounces with the inclusion of small amounts of silver and copper. Buying tenth ounce gold Eagles from the secondary market is one of the cheapest ways to stack fractional government gold coins.

1/10 oz Gold Eagles provide the opportunity to enjoy the ownership of gold coins for just a fraction of the cost of an ounce. 

Why Buy 1/10 oz Gold Eagle Coins?

These smaller gold eagle coins are more affordable than larger sizes, with a price point that is more accessible to a broader range of investors. This affordability allows individuals to invest in gold without committing a large budget.

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

Regardless of the denomination, random year Gold Eagle coins often carry a lower premium over spot price than current year coins. Many of these coins were purchased when new by investors and over time, have been sold back to a dealer, entering the secondary market.

Due to the nature of secondary market coins, the one-tenth ounce coins you receive could be from any year since 1986. The condition of circulated gold coins may show signs of handling or have minor surfaces scratches. However, minor imperfections do not effect the gold coin value since these are mainly traded for the intrinsic value.

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

1/10 oz Gold American Eagle Mintages

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

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