2016 $50 American Gold Eagle

The 2016 $50 American Gold Eagle had a total mintage of just over 817,000 from the Philadelphia Mint. This is the 30th anniversary of the American Gold Eagle and marks it as a special coin that is worth finding well struck with attractive surfaces. The 2016 1 oz American Gold Eagle is typically a sharply struck coin that can be found in most high Mint State grades including perfect condition.

History of the 2016 $50 American Gold Eagle

The 2016 $50 American Gold Eagle is a relatively plentiful coin that can be found at reasonable prices for the highest grades of the coin. 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. The American Gold Eagle is the official gold bullion coin of the United States and the value and cost of gold continues to rise, making this an ideal time to invest in your collection.