American Gold Eagle 1/4 Ounce

American Gold Eagle 1/4 Ounce History

The quarter ounce gold Eagle coins have been produced since the Eagle series was reintroduced in 1986. At a quarter ounce of gold they offer a good balance for investors on a budget, or those who want extra flexibility for part-selling within their portfolio. These coins are also a popular choice for those who want to give one of these classic coins as a gift.

The quarter ounce Eagles contain 7.775 grams of gold, and are struck in 22 carat (916.7 fineness) purity, with a total weight of 8.483 grams.

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American Gold Eagle 1/4 Ounce Price

American Gold Eagle 1/4 ounce prices are derived from the value of the gold each coin contains. Each American gold Eagle 1/4 ounce coin weighs 8.48 grams, and is struck to a purity of 22 carat, meaning they contain 7.77 grams of pure gold.

American Gold Eagle 1/4 ounce prices can vary thanks to the coin's history and numismatic appeal, with certain years or designs being particularly desirable with collectors. The price of a new American gold Eagle 1/4 ounce coin will typically be based on today's gold price, with a small premium to cover the cost of manufacturing and supply of the coin. Older or rare American gold Eagle 1/4 ounce coins can cost considerably more than the UK gold price. With the global price of gold being primarily calculated in dollars, periods in which the pound is weak versus the dollar will see UK American gold Eagle 1/4 ounce prices rise, while a strong pound would see lower prices in the UK.

Our American gold Eagle 1/4 ounce prices are displayed in real-time, updating every two minutes in-line with the current gold spot price. Investment gold is VAT-free, and the American gold Eagle 1/4 ounce price shown includes fully insured delivery.

American Gold Eagle 1/4 Ounce Coin Specification

The American gold Eagle 1/4 ounce coin is an American gold coin manufactured by the US Mint. American gold Eagle 1/4 ounce coins weigh 8.48g with a diameter of 22mm. American Gold Eagle 1/4 ounce coins are manufactured from 22 carat gold.

American Gold Eagle 1/4 Ounce Value

Investors often ask what is the value of a American gold Eagle 1/4 ounce? American gold Eagle 1/4 ounce coins have a face value of $10. It is important to note that the face value is a nominal amount that has no bearing on the actual value of the coin. As mentioned, the American gold Eagle 1/4 ounce coins main value can usually be worked out based on the current gold price. It is this simplicity that makes gold bullion coins appealing. They are bought and sold based on their intrinsic metal value without having to worry about any numismatic value and more complicated selling process.

You can always find a simple benchmark value for a American gold Eagle 1/4 ounce thanks to the publicly available spot price. The value of a American gold Eagle 1/4 ounce is therefore generally the same regardless of the year and is just based on the metal content. Some years of American gold Eagle 1/4 ounce might command a further premium. A lower mintage, or special design could see their value increase beyond their metal content.

The easiest way to work out a American Gold Eagle 1/4 ounce value is to use its gold weight of 7.77 grams and multiply that by the current gold spot price in grams. As a coin with a purity of 916.7 fineness, it's important to calculate the 22 carat American gold Eagle 1/4 ounce value, to ensure you have an accurate price.

How Much are American Gold Eagle 1/4 Ounce Coins Worth?

If you are wondering how much are American Gold Eagle 1/4 ounce coins worth, a simple rule of thumb is that a American gold Eagle 1/4 ounce has 7.77g of pure gold, or 1/4 of a troy ounce. If you see the gold price in troy ounces you can therefore work out how much a American gold Eagle 1/4 ounce is worth quite quickly.