2015-W $50 Burnished American Gold Eagle

The 2015-W $50 Burnished American Gold Eagle had a total mintage of 7,794 from the West Point Mint. This special strike coin can be found in most Mint State grades all the way up to a perfect Mint State 70 grade even with the relatively low mintage. The 2015-W 1 oz Burnished American Gold Eagle is a beautiful coin that is worth finding with a sharp strike and attractive surfaces. 

 

History of the 2015-W $50 Burnished American Gold Eagle

The 2015-W $50 Burnished American Gold Eagle was struck with a burnished planchet giving the coin a satiny or matte finish look. 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 baby. The price of gold continues to rise, making this a valuable coin to collect at this time. 

 

2015-W $50 Burnished American Gold Eagle Value

The 2015-W 1 oz Burnished American Gold Eagle value reaches upwards of $2,000 for the highest grades of the coin documented and graded. It’s possible to build a more affordable collection depending on the quality of the coin and the value a seller can offer. The 2015 $50 Burnished American Gold Eagle would make a great addition to any Gold Eagle series collection. 

 

Type of coin: $50 Coin

Year: 2015-W $50 Burnished American Gold Eagle

American Gold Eagle Mint Mark: West Point Mint

Total mintage: 7,794

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