2013-W $50 Burnished American Gold Eagle

The 2013-W $50 Burnished American Gold Eagle had an even smaller mintage than the previous year's burnished coin, with just over 7,000 coins struck at the West Point Mint. This coin features the ‘W’ mint mark on the obverse of the coin and it can be found in most Mint State grades including a perfect condition Mint State 70. 

 

History of the 2013-W $50 Burnished American Gold Eagle

The 2013-W 1 oz Burnished American Gold Eagle is a beautiful coin that is valuable based on its very low mintage and the beauty of the 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, 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.

 

2013-W $50 Burnished American Gold Eagle Value

The 2013-W $50 Burnished American Gold Eagle value reaches upwards of $2,000 for the highest grades of the coin available. It’s possible to find this coin at more affordable prices depending on what the collector is seeking. The 2013-W 1 oz Burnished American Gold Eagle is a beautiful coin that would make a great addition to any Gold Eagle series collection. 

 

Type of coin: $50 Coin

Year: 2013-W $50 Burnished American Gold Eagle

American Gold Eagle Mint Mark: West Point Mint

Total mintage: 7,293

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