The American Gold Eagle has been struck by the United States Mint since 1986, and it has become the default gold coin in this country for one practical reason: everybody takes it. Its weight and purity are guaranteed by the US government, so no dealer questions it and no buyer has to be convinced.
That recognition is worth real money when you sell. A coin nobody recognizes takes longer to move and often sells at a discount. An Eagle sells anywhere, immediately, at a price tied directly to spot. Liquidity is the part of a gold purchase that most people underweight until the day they need it.
The 1 oz Eagle contains a full troy ounce of pure gold. It is 22 karat rather than 24, alloyed with a small amount of copper and silver, which makes it noticeably more durable than a soft .9999 coin β a genuine advantage for a coin you may handle over decades.
I keep all four sizes and I'll show you the live spot price alongside my premium on each. If another Twin Cities dealer has quoted you better in writing, bring it and I'll beat it. Call (612) 802-9686.