2011 $50 American Gold Eagle

The 2011 $50 American Gold Eagle is the 25th anniversary coin of the American Gold Eagle series. It is a regular strike coin that was struck at the Philadelphia Mint with a total mintage of 857,000 coins. This was a smaller mintage than the previous two years, but still possible to find in perfect Mint State 70 condition. The 2011 1 oz American Gold Eagle is an affordable coin that can be found in most Mint State grades.

History of the 2011 $50 American Gold Eagle

When looking for your ideal 2011 American Gold Eagle 1 oz coin, seek out coins that are well-struck with minimal surface abrasions that can be caused due to the heavier weight of the coin. The obverse of the American Gold Eagle was designed by Augustus Saint Gaudens, featuring 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 an American Bald Eagle clutching an olive branch, flying over a nest with a female eagle and her eaglet. The American Gold Eagle is the official gold bullion coin of the United States.