1991 $50 American Gold Eagle

The 1991 $50 American Gold Eagle had a total mintage of just over 243,000 from the Philadelphia Mint. This was an even smaller mintage than the previous year. The 1991 $50 American Gold Eagle coin can be difficult to find in higher Mint State grades, with MS65 being the highest available that is known. It’s possible that this coin experienced surface scratches and marks due to the weight of the coin, as the Philadelphia Mint was typically known for its excellent craftsmanship.

History of the 1991 $50 American Gold Eagle

When searching for your ideal 1991 $50 American Gold Eagle, cherrypicking is advised whenever possible to find the most attractive coin possible with a sharp strike and good eye appeal. 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.