Signed into law by Ronald Reagan, the Gold American Eagle represents the first legal tender gold coins in over 50 years for the United States. Gold American Eagles are produced in 4 sizes. 1oz,1/2 oz., 1/4 oz., 1/10 oz. Since their inception in 1986 Gold American Eagles quickly became the most popular bullion coin in the world. A fact that many do not realize is that hidden in this series of coins are many true rarities. Mintages of certain dates of Gold American Eagles rival many pre 1933 gold pieces that trade for tens of thousands of dollars. even in low grades. In fact some of the pre 1933 issues do not exist in the grades that key date Gold American Eagles do. But what if they did? Looking at prices commanded by even lower grades of … [Read more...]