The 1/10 oz American Gold Eagle minted in Random Years is a popular investment option for those seeking to diversify their gold holdings. These coins contain 1/10 troy ounce of pure gold (0.1000 oz) and have a legal tender face value of $5, backed by the U.S. government.
The obverse features Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ iconic Lady Liberty design, with the year of mintage and the word “LIBERTY” inscribed. The reverse depicts either the classic Miley Busiek design of a male eagle soaring above a nest with a female eagle and hatchlings (pre-2021), or the new Jennie Norris close-up portrait of an eagle’s head (2021 onwards).
These brilliant uncirculated coins are composed of 22-karat gold (91.67% pure gold, with 3% silver and 5.33% copper alloy) for added durability. They have a diameter of 16.5 mm and a total weight of 3.393 grams, with the gold content weighing approximately 3.11 grams. By purchasing Random Year coins, investors can obtain these highly recognizable and liquid gold coins at lower premiums.