1988 $50 American Gold Eagle

The 1988 $50 American Gold Eagle coin had a total mintage of just over 465,000 from the Philadelphia Mint. This was an uncirculated, regular strike coin that had a smaller mintage compared to the first two years issued of the 1 oz American Gold Eagle. Possibly due to the smaller mintage, this coin can command higher prices in the highest grades and has been found in perfect 70 Mint State condition in the past.

History of the 1988 $50 American Gold Eagle

When looking for your perfect 1988 $50 American Gold Eagle, find a coin with a sharp strike and attractive surfaces. The American Gold Eagle is the official gold bullion coin of the United States. The obverse of the American Gold Eagle was designed by Augustus Saint Gaudens, a rendition of the full-length Lady Liberty with her hair flowing and a long dress. She holds a torch in her right hand and an olive branch in her left. There is a small image of the Capitol building in the background. The reverse of the coin was designed by sculptor, Miley Busiek. It features a male American Bald Eagle clutching an olive branch, flying over a nest with a female eagle and her eaglet.