2001 $50 American Gold Eagle

The 2001 1 oz American Gold Eagle had a total mintage of just over 143,000 from the Philadelphia Mint. The Philadelphia Mint was known for its excellent craftsmanship, and for a small premium, this uncirculated, regular strike coin can be found in perfect Mint State 70 condition. It’s possible to find this coin in other Mint State grades as well for more affordable prices.

History of the 2001 $50 American Gold Eagle

When looking for your ideal 2001 $50 American Gold Eagle, it’s worth the effort to cherrypick for a well-struck coin with minimal to no surface abrasions. 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.