2000-W $50 American Gold Eagle

The 2000-W $50 American Gold Eagle had a total mintage of just over 33,000 coins. This Proof coin was struck at the West Point Mint and features the ‘W’ mint mark on the obverse of the coin. Even though this special Proof coin has a small mintage, it can be found in perfect Proof 70 condition for a small premium and with a little bit of effort.

History of the 2000-W $50 American Gold Eagle

When seeking out the 2000-W 1 oz American Gold Eagle, it’s worth the effort to look for a well-struck coin that has attractive surfaces and minimal surface scratches that can be common with this heavier coin. 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, featuring an image of the full-length Lady Liberty with her hair flowing and a long dress. Lady Liberty holds a torch in her right hand and an olive branch in her left. A small image of the Capitol building can be found 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 baby.