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2005 American Eagle 1/4 oz Gold Coin

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The American Eagle Gold coins were first issued in 1986, and were available in bullion, proof, and burnished coins. It was only the bullion version that had all 4 weights – 1 oz, 1/2 oz, 1/4 oz, and 1/10 oz – available immediately. The Gold Bullion Act of 1985, which authorized the American Eagle Gold coins, guaranteed that the coins would contain the declared amount of actual gold weight in troy ounces and the gold would come from sources within the US. The 1 oz and 1/10 oz coins have always been the most popular Gold Eagles. The mintage total for the 2005 1/4 oz Gold Eagle was 72,015, making it the lowest of the 4 weights. Right now, Provident Metals has the 2005 American Eagle 1/4 oz Gold coin available for purchase.

Highlights:

  • Ships in a protective plastic flip!
  • 20th year of the American Eagle Gold coin series!
  • Contains 1/4 Troy oz of actual gold weight.
  • Has a face value of $10 (USD) fully backed by the American government.
  • The obverse features Lady Liberty.
  • The reverse features a family of eagles.

Beginning in 2001, the price of gold started a steady climb. By the end of 2005, the price of gold had closed higher 5 consecutive years, and had increased an astounding 88.15% over the closing price in 2000. In 2005, the price of gold began the year at $427.75 per ounce, but did not really move much till later in the year. The price eventually surpassed $500 per ounce, a feat not seen since 1987. The price of gold closed the year at $513.00 per ounce, which was an increase of over 17% from the closing price in 2004.

Obverse

The obverse of the American Eagle Gold is the full-length figure of Lady Liberty created by Augustus Saint-Gaudens. Lady Liberty is directly facing you, with her hair flowing behind her. She is carrying a torch in her outstretched right hand a torch being a symbol of enlightenment. She is holding an olive branch in her left hand an olive branch representing the countrys wish for peace. To the left of her feet is a depiction of the Capitol building. Fifty stars encircle the outer rim of the coin. Inscriptions on the obverse are LIBERTY and 2005.

Reverse

The reverse of the American Eagle Gold is the family of eagles created by Miley Busiek and sculpted by Sherl J. Winter. A bald eagle, carrying an olive branch in its claws, is flying towards a nest occupied with an eagle family. Considered to be the king of birds of prey, the bald eagle symbolizes strength. Inscriptions on the reverse are UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, E PLURIBUS UNUM, IN GOD WE TRUST, 1/4 OZ. FINE GOLD, and 10 DOLLARS.

History

It was 1904 and President Theodore Roosevelt wanted a new design to rejuvenate the nations coinage. He selected Irish-born Augustus Saint-Gaudens to do this. The Lady Liberty design was the result of his work. It was initially created for the $20 Gold Double Eagles, which were minted from 1907 to 1933. It was a version of that Lady Liberty design that was selected to be the obverse of the American Eagle Gold coins.

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When the subtotal of your purchase, including applicable discounts, is $199 or more, you receive free shipping for your entire order. In order to receive free shipping on purchases of $199 or more, you must live within the 50 US states. For orders less than $199, a $9.95 shipping fee applies. All products are discreetly packaged and shipped with full insurance included.

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Product Details

Year 2005
Mint Mark Not Shown
Metals Purity .9167
Producer US Mint
Thickness 1.83 mm
Diameter 22 mm
Inner Pack 40
Outer Pack 2000
Condition Uncirculated
Denomination $10
Country United States
Designer (Obverse) Augustus Saint-Gaudens
Designer (Reverse) Miley Busiek
Edge Style Reeded
Product Series American Eagle
Certificate of Authenticity No
Capsule Size 22 mm
Packaging Plastic Flip
Metal Content .25 Troy Ounce
Shipping Orders over $199 Ship Free
Provident ID 3868710