50 Dollars "American Gold Eagle" (Bullion Coinage)
United States · 1986–2023 · Silver
1.0004 ozt of silver × live silver spot (loading…)
Specifications
| Years | 1986–2023 |
| Denomination | 50 Dollars |
| Composition | Gold (.917) (Silver .030, Copper .053) |
| Gross weight | 33.931 g |
| Fineness | 91.7% silver |
| Actual silver weight | 1.0004 ozt (31.11 g) |
| Diameter | 32.7 mm |
| Thickness | 2.83 mm |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Shape | Round |
| Designer | Augustus Saint-Gaudens, Miley Frost |
| Type | Non-circulating coins |
Catalog data via Numista, where photos and mintage details are available.
Design
Obverse
Standing Liberty holding torch and olive branch
Reverse
Family of eagles
About this coin’s value
The 50 Dollars "American Gold Eagle" (Bullion Coinage) contains 1.0004 troy ounces of silver (91.7% fine, 33.931 g gross). Its melt value above is that metal content multiplied by the live spot price — the floor any dealer offer should be judged against. Collector value for better dates, mint marks and grades comes on top of melt, so check before selling scarce coins as bullion.
To value a whole stack at once, use the US Silver Coin Calculator. The formula behind the number is explained in how to calculate silver melt value, and where to sell covers what buyers actually pay against melt.
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Frequently asked questions
How much silver is in a 50 Dollars "American Gold Eagle" (Bullion Coinage)?
Each 50 Dollars "American Gold Eagle" (Bullion Coinage) contains about 1.0004 troy ounces of pure silver — its 33.931 g gross weight at 91.7% fineness. That is the figure the calculator above multiplies by the live silver spot price.
What is the melt value of a 50 Dollars "American Gold Eagle" (Bullion Coinage)?
Its melt (intrinsic metal) value is 1.0004 troy oz × the current silver spot price — use the live calculator above for today's figure. Scarce dates and high grades can be worth more than melt.
What years was the 50 Dollars "American Gold Eagle" (Bullion Coinage) minted?
The 50 Dollars "American Gold Eagle" (Bullion Coinage) was issued 1986–2023.
Who designed the 50 Dollars "American Gold Eagle" (Bullion Coinage)?
The 50 Dollars "American Gold Eagle" (Bullion Coinage) was designed by Augustus Saint-Gaudens, Miley Frost.
How big is a 50 Dollars "American Gold Eagle" (Bullion Coinage)?
It weighs 33.931 g and measures 32.7 mm across and 2.83 mm thick (gold (.917) (silver .030, copper .053)).
Educational reference, not an offer to buy or sell. Specifications are catalog data and may vary by variety; verify before any transaction.