2000 $50 American Gold Eagle

The 2000 $50 American Gold Eagle had a total mintage of over 433,000 coins struck at the Philadelphia Mint. This was a smaller mintage than the previous year that was over 1 million coins. The Philadelphia Mint was known for its excellent craftsmanship and this uncirculated, regular strike coin can be found in perfect condition Mint State 70 grade.

History of the 2000 $50 American Gold Eagle

The 2000 1 oz American Gold Eagle is a beautiful coin that is worth the effort to find with a sharp strike and attractive surfaces. This coin 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, 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.