50 Dollars "American Gold Eagle" (Bullion Coinage)
United States · 2021–2026 · Gold
1.0000 ozt of gold × live gold spot (loading…)
Specifications
| Years | 2021–2026 |
| Denomination | 50 Dollars |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Gross weight | 33.931 g |
| Fineness | 91.7% gold |
| Actual gold weight | 1.0000 ozt (31.10 g) |
| Diameter | 32.7 mm |
| Thickness | 2.87 mm |
| Edge | Reeded with security feature |
| Shape | Round |
| Designer | Augustus Saint-Gaudens, Jennie Norris |
| Type | Non-circulating coins |
Catalog data via Numista, where photos and mintage details are available.
Design
Obverse
An effigy of Liberty with the date to the right
Reverse
A bald eagle head facing left with the country name and motto at the top and the denomination and amount of gold below
About this coin’s value
The 50 Dollars "American Gold Eagle" (Bullion Coinage) contains 1.0000 troy ounces of gold (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 Gold Coin Calculator. The formula behind the number is explained in our pre-1933 US gold guide, and where to sell covers what buyers actually pay against melt.
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Frequently asked questions
How much gold is in a 50 Dollars "American Gold Eagle" (Bullion Coinage)?
Each 50 Dollars "American Gold Eagle" (Bullion Coinage) contains about 1.0000 troy ounces of pure gold — its 33.931 g gross weight at 91.7% fineness. That is the figure the calculator above multiplies by the live gold spot price.
What is the melt value of a 50 Dollars "American Gold Eagle" (Bullion Coinage)?
Its melt (intrinsic metal) value is 1.0000 troy oz × the current gold 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 2021–2026.
Who designed the 50 Dollars "American Gold Eagle" (Bullion Coinage)?
The 50 Dollars "American Gold Eagle" (Bullion Coinage) was designed by Augustus Saint-Gaudens, Jennie Norris.
How big is a 50 Dollars "American Gold Eagle" (Bullion Coinage)?
It weighs 33.931 g and measures 32.7 mm across and 2.87 mm thick (gold (.9167)).
Educational reference, not an offer to buy or sell. Specifications are catalog data and may vary by variety; verify before any transaction.