The American Eagle from the U.S.

Common

American Eagle (USA) is newly published annually since 1986, the obverse shows the Statue of Liberty and the reverse side a bald eagle. Depending on the metal do the motives of the coin.
The American Eagle gold coin was first launched in 1986 to its Münzmarkt. This is characterized in the U.S. Mint, an independent American authority which is primarily responsible for the minting of U.S. currency. The American Eagle is one of the most widely traded bullion coins in the world, although the trade several times in the history of the American Eagle coin was broken into. Moreover, making the American Buffalo coin, which consists of 24 carat gold, the 22 karat American Eagle strong competition. Another reason is that many investors now see also European coin as an investment very attractive.

The name of the coin has been derived from the depiction of an eagle and so far the coin remained unchanged. Only the Prägezahlen were changed from Roman, who was depicted on a coin between 1986-1991, in Arabic. On one side is the Lady Liberty with torch and olive branch. In the background, one discovers the U.S. Capitol. Above the display presents the Scriptures Elevator "Liberty" and right next to the year of issue. On the other hand, a male eagle is shown with branch and, as in American Buffalo, the phrase "In God we trust" In addition, the par value of $ 50 is stamped on the coin. For in the U.S., the American Eagle coin as valid currency. The coin is made up 91,66% gold, 5.33% Copper and 3% silver and has - through the copper - at a slightly reddish tint.

Meanwhile, the American Eagle coin is in addition to 1 ounces, available in Fine weight of one half, quarter and tenth ounce of gold. Especially for investors is the tax. Liberation in all EU countries and also very beneficial for this reason, the 22 karat American Eagle popular reserves in the investment market.

Outgoings

In silver and gold, the coin is given out since 1986.
In the platinum coin is given out since 1998.

Proof Coins

The American Eagle Proof Coins are in contrast to the American Eagle bullion coin, a collector's edition, which is limited in its edition. The collector's coins are minted in four Fine, one ounce, 1 / 2, ¼, and tenth oz The coins are available individually. By 2008, there were 4 Coins sets, but with production set.

The Attractive to the proof version is that some American Eagle coin collectors show an certain rarity value. Just as the ½ Ounce coins with the Mintmark P, which are dominated between 1987-1993 and ¼, and 1 / 10 ounce American Eagle, which were made by 1988 to 1993. One reason for this rarity is the end of the 2008 production of coins corresponding to less than 1 ounces

Also a rarity on the collector's market for American Eagle is an additional "President Edition". Of this only 500 pieces were minted and the accompanying certificate contains the original signature of each U.S. president. Particular demand for the coins from the U.S. President Gerald R. Ford, who in 1974 legalized gold ownership in the U.S. again.

Silver Eagle

The American Silver Eagle coin is next to the Canadian Maple Leaf, the world's most heavily traded silver coin. It was like the American Gold, 1986 brought to the market and was the first pure silver coin, which was coined by the United States. The American Silver Eagle is made of 24 carat silver and is available in a oz

On the front of the Walking Liberty designs of steady oak and Lobeerzweig that symbolizes the glory of American citizens is depicted. To make your shoulders she carries the flag of the United States. This Münzabbild first appeared on an American silver coin half between 1916-1947. On the back is the U.S. coat of arms, the eagle, a ribbon with the slogan? E Pluribus Unum? (from the many, one), the motto of the United States bears. Above the head of the eagle are 13 stars engraved. These stand for the original 13 colonies in founding the American State 1776th Especially the 201 teeth on the outer ring hallmarks of the American Silver Eagle.

Be on the American Silver Eagle coin of discounted 7% VAT rate is levied. Also a reason for the popularity of the coin for investors.

The American Silver Eagle is also available as a proof version for collectors. This is available exclusively from a Fine of 1 ounces In addition, bear the proof coins have a Mintmark from Philadelphia, New York and San Fransico. Some of the collector coins also get a rarity.

Dimensions

Weight and size information on the American Eagle bullion coins.

Metal	Value	Weight		Diameter	Height
Silber	1 USD	1 Oz	31.103g	40.60mm	4.00mm
Gold	5 USD	1/10 Oz	3.393g	16.5mm	1.19mm
Gold	10 USD	1/4 Oz	8.483g	22.0mm	1.83mm
Gold	25 USD	1/2 Oz	16.965g	27.0mm	2.24mm
Gold	50 USD	1 Oz	33.930g	32.7mm	2.75mm
Platinum	10 USD	1/10 Oz	3.112g	16.5mm	0.95mm
Platinum	25 USD	1/4 Oz	7.780g	22.0mm	1.32mm
Platinum	50 USD	1/2 Oz	15.560g	27.0mm	1.75mm
Platinum	100 USD	1 Oz	31.120g	32.7mm	2.39mm

Mintage

Jahrgang	1 Oz Silber	1/10 Oz Gold	1/4 Oz Gold	1/2 Oz Gold	1 Oz Gold
1986	5.393.005	912.609	726.031	599.566	1.362.650
1987	11.442.335	580.266	269.255	131.255	1.045.500
1988	5.004.646	159.500	49.000	45.000	465.500
1989	5.203.327	264.790	81.789	44.829	415.790
1990	5.840.110	210.210	41.000	31.000	373.210
1991	7.191.066	165.200	36.100	24.100	243.100
1992	5.540.068	209.300	59.546	54.404	275.000
1993	6.763.762	210.709	71.864	73.324	480.192
1994	4.227.319	206.380	72.650	62.400	221.663
1995	4.672.051	223.025	83.752	53.474	200.636
1996	3.603.386	401.964	60.318	39.287	189.148
1997	4.295.004	528.515	108.805	79.605	664.508
1998	4.847.549	1.344.520	309.829	169.029	1.468.530
1999	7.408.640	2.750.338	564.232	263.013	1.505.026
2000	9.239.132	569.153	128.964	79.287	433.319
2001	9.001.711	269.147	71.280	48.047	143.605
2002	10.539.026	230.027	62.027	70.027	222.029
2003	8.495.008	245.029	74.029	79.029	416.032
2004	8.882.754	250.016	72.014	98.040	417.019
2005	8.891.025	300.043	72.015	80.023	356.555
2006	10.676.522	285.006	60.004	66.005	237.510
2007	9.028.036	190.010	34.004	47.002	140.016
2008	20.583.000	305.000	70.000	61.000	710.000
2009	?	?	?	?	?