Coin Highlights
- The official gold bullion coin of the United States of America;
- Guaranteed to contain 1 Troy oz of actual gold content (.9127 fineness);
- Bullion coin;
- Minted by the US Mint;
- The obverse features the iconic Saint-Gaudens design of Lady Liberty;
- The reverse showcases an alluring bald eagle design by Jennie Norris;
- Reeded edge variations for enhanced anti-counterfeit security;
- Each coin has a face value of $50 and is backed by the US Government.
The US Mints 2026 revamped the original design, created by the famous sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens, used on the $20 Double Eagle Gold Coins issued from 1907 to 1933.
Lady Liberty is depicted at the center of the design, striding confidently forward while holding a torch of enlightenment in her right hand and an olive branch of peace in her left. Lady Liberty embodies the ideals of the Founding Fathers: freedom, unity, and progress.
The Capitol Building and the rising sun’s rays provide a beautiful background. The mintage year lies on the right face of the design, while the word “LIBERTY” arches on the outer rim above. The whole picture is encircled by six-pointed stars.
The reverse design, created by Jennie Norris for the 35th anniversary of the American Eagle Program, depicts a majestic bald eagle’s head with a powerful gaze, symbolizing America’s determination and constant gaze into the future.
Above the eagle’s head are the mottos “E PLURIBUS UNUM” and “IN GOD WE TRUST”. Encircling the outer rim are the engravings “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA” and “50 DOLLARS 1 OZ. FINE GOLD.”
Security Features
The 2026 American Gold Eagle coins feature a reeded edge as an anti-counterfeiting security feature, giving investors the peace of mind that their investment is authentic.
