1986 1/2 oz American Gold Eagle BU (MCMLXXXVI)

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Since 1986, Gold American Eagles have been America's preferred bullion coin, with a classic, beloved design. With historically low mintages, fractional Gold Eagles provide collectibility on top of investment appeal and are guaranteed by the U.S. Mint.

Coin Highlights:

• Contains 1/2 oz actual Gold weight.

Inaugural year featuring Roman numerals in the date. Comes in protective packaging.

Obverse: Adapted from Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ famed Gold Double Eagle design, which features Lady Liberty in front of the Capitol holding in her right hand a fiery torch and an olive branch in her left. Her hair is flowing in the wind against a background of sun rays.

Reverse: Designed by Miley Busiek showing a male bald eagle in flight carrying an olive branch to his nest, where a female awaits with her young. Guaranteed by the U.S.

Mint. The 1/2 oz Brilliant Uncirculated Gold Eagle is always in high demand because fractional Gold Eagles make for an easy way to own the famous Gold American Eagle design at a lower price point than their full ounce counterparts.

Complete any Gold Eagle collection by adding this beautiful coin to your cart today!

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