Commemorative American Gold Coins
Commemorative American gold coins were first issued in 1903. The demand for these types of gold coins by collectors spurred the issuance of additional types from the early 1980's. Denominations for these commemorative issued coins include ten dollars, five dollar, two and one half dollars and one dollar gold coins. Commemorative issue gold coins are valuable because they not only have an actual gold content but also because they are limited edition coins with only a certain number made to ensure its value. The value of each gold coin will depend on its rarity, historical value and fluctuations in the gold market.
The ten dollar eagle gold coins were issued in a commemorative edition in 1984. The Olympics in 1984 were held in Los Angeles and to commemorate the event, the commemorative eagle coin was minted. All mints in the United Stated issued these commemorative coins, so collectors often strive to get at least one with each mint mark. The gold content in troy ounces for this gold coin is 0.4839. All coins regardless of minting location have the same design or a male and female athlete carrying the Olympic torch. The value of this coin is obviously because of the gold content. However, lending more value to it is its limited edition and place within history to honor the Olympic Games held in the United States.
The half eagle gold coins have several different commemorative designs in various years. In 1986 the half eagle commemorative gold coin was introduced and there have been several incarnations since then through the present day. There is a 0.2420 actual gold content in the half eagle commemorative coins. The centenary of the Statue of Liberty was the first half eagle commemorative gold coin to be made. Additional designs were made to commemorate: the constitution bicentennial, Seoul Olympics, Congress bicentennial, Mount Rushmore golden anniversary, Columbus anniversary, Barcelona Olympics, Bill of Rights, WWII 50th anniversary, World Cup Soccer, Civil War, 1996 Atlanta Olympic Events, Smithsonian Institution anniversary, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Jackie Robinson, George Washington, Capitol Visitor Centre, Salt Lake City Winter Olympics, San Francisco Mint Museum and the Jamestown anniversary. Still more are being designed and continue to be popular.
The quarter eagle American commemorative coins were only issued two times in United States history which makes them very rare and very valuable. The silver and gold quarter eagles were issued to celebrate the sesquicentennial of American independence. There is a rich history attached to this event and the single commemorative American gold coin for this event is a highly prized addition to any collection. The commemorative gold dollar coins have been issued for various events and are also high on the list for collector additions.
Commemorative American gold coins have a wealth of history surrounding them and are highly valuable. They appreciate in value each year because of supply and demand but also increase due to fluctuating gold prices that generally increase. Coin collectors of American gold coins find the commemorative editions of the eagles a lucrative investment as well as an interesting addition to their collection.
