1993-W $50 American Gold Eagle

The 1993-W $50 American Gold Eagle had a total mintage of just over 34,000 coins struck at the West Point Mint. This Proof coin was a popular coin among collectors and its small mintage makes it even more sought after. It’s possible to find the 1993-W 1 oz American Gold Eagle in most grades all the way up to a perfect Proof 70, but this can require some careful searching as some of the coins had less than perfect surfaces. 

 

History of the 1993-W $50 American Gold Eagle

Cherrypicking is advised where possible with the Proof 1993-W American Gold Eagle 1 oz coin. Look for a sharp strike and great overall eye appeal. The obverse of the American Gold Eagle was designed by Augustus Saint Gaudens, depicting the full-length Lady Liberty with long hair and flowing 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, who designed the coin featuring a male American Bald Eagle clutching an olive branch, flying over a nest with a female eagle and her baby eagle.

 

1993-W $50 American Gold Eagle Value

The 1993-W $50 American Gold Eagle value reaches upwards of $4,700 for some of the highest grade coins available on the market. It’s possible to build a more accessible American Gold Eagle coin collection by seeking out lower Proof condition coins as well as purchasing coins that are more affordable yet still highly valuable. The 1993-W $50 American Gold Eagle would make an excellent addition to any Gold Eagle series collection. 

 

Type of coin: $50 Coin

Year: 1993-W $50 American Gold Eagle

American Gold Eagle Mint Mark: West Point

Total mintage: 34,369

Metal content: 91.67% Gold, 3% Silver, 5.33% Copper

Face value: Fifty Dollars

Weight: 33.93 grams

Edge: Reeded

Designer: Augustus Saint Gaudens/Miley Busiek

Diameter: 32.70 millimeters