USA · Gold coins by series
American Gold Eagle coin
The American Gold Eagle is a United States Mint gold coin series. It is distinct from the American Silver Eagle and American Gold Buffalo. Metal, denomination and exact series should all be stated explicitly.
Do not compare bullion, proof and other collector editions solely by the Eagle name. Check fine-gold content: gross weight, face value and fine-gold weight describe different properties.
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Understand the product specifications
- Weight / reference size
- 1 oz · ≈ 31.1035 g · ≈ 1 oz t
- Product type
- Gold coin · reference: 1 oz edition
- Fineness
- Verify in the specific manufacturer listing
This page describes a product format. Manufacturer, issue year, fineness and availability depend on the specific listing.
Compare sizes and editions
The reference size is 1 oz, approximately 31.1035 g or 1 troy ounces. For coins, this comparison refers to the 1 oz edition; fractional sizes are separate variants. Always verify the listing’s weight and fineness. Do not compare bullion, proof and other collector editions solely by the Eagle name. Check fine-gold content: gross weight, face value and fine-gold weight describe different properties.
Calculate the price per gram
Divide the delivered price by declared fine-gold weight. Illustrative arithmetic, not a market quote: at 100 USD per gram of fine gold, 31.1035 g gives a hypothetical metal value of 3,110.35 USD. A real offer adds a premium and delivery. If the stated weight is gross weight, calculate fine-gold weight first.
US bullion quotes commonly use troy ounces. Divide the dollar quote per troy ounce by 31.1035 to compare it with a gram-based reference, using quotes from the same time. This conversion does not include the seller’s premium.
Buying and delivery · USA
For a United States purchase, compare the total in US dollars delivered to the same ZIP code. A gram-denominated bar and an ounce-denominated coin should be compared using fine-gold content, not their ticket prices.
Confirm delivery to your state, insured shipping, signature requirements and the seller’s payment conditions. Check any sales tax shown for your delivery address and avoid assuming that a price seen for another state is your checkout total.
Offers and buying sources
Where available, listings use Amazon.com. Marketplace selection does not guarantee delivery to every US address. Confirm the actual seller and checkout terms.
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What is the weight of a American Gold Eagle coin?
The reference size is 1 oz, approximately 31.1035 g or 1 troy ounces. For coins, this comparison refers to the 1 oz edition; fractional sizes are separate variants. Always verify the listing’s weight and fineness.
Why is there no fixed price?
The selling price depends on the gold market, refiner, seller, premium and delivery. An example amount is not a current offer. The seller’s price at purchase is authoritative.
How do I check a specific product?
Match weight, fineness, refiner or mint, issue year and packaging to the official source. A photo or certificate alone does not replace verification by a trustworthy supplier.