1989 $50 American Gold Eagle

The 1989 $50 American Gold Eagle had a total mintage of just over 415,000 from the Philadelphia Mint. This was an uncirculated, regular strike Gold Eagle coin which meant it didn’t feature a mint mark from the Philadelphia Mint. This mint was known for it excellent craftsmanship, and the 1989 $50 American Gold Eagle coin 1 oz can be found in perfect Mint State 70 condition.

History of the 1989 $50 American Gold Eagle

The 1989 $50 American Gold Eagle had a smaller mintage than some of the previous years, but it is still relatively easy to find a beautiful example to add to your collection. The American Gold Eagle is the official gold bullion coin of the United States. 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. The obverse of the American Gold Eagle was designed by Augustus Saint Gaudens, an image 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.