1988 1/4 OZ AMERICAN GOLD EAGLE

Description

• Purity and Weight: Contains 1/4 troy ounce of .9167 fine gold, ensuring both value and durability due to its gold-silver-copper alloy.
• Design:
  • Obverse: Features Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ iconic depiction of Lady Liberty walking forward, holding a torch in her right hand and an olive branch in her left, with the Capitol Building in the background and the rising sun. The year “MCMLXXXVIII” (1988 in Roman numerals) is inscribed below Liberty.
  • Reverse: Designed by Miley Busiek, it portrays a male eagle carrying an olive branch flying above a nest with a female eagle and her eaglets, symbolizing family, strength, and American heritage. Inscriptions include “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA”, “E PLURIBUS UNUM”, “1/4 OZ. FINE GOLD – 10 DOLLARS”.
• Mint: Struck by the United States Mint, this coin is part of the prestigious American Eagle series that began in 1986, known for its high quality and historical designs.
• Condition: Typically available in Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) condition, ensuring sharp details and a bright, lustrous finish.
• Packaging: Comes in protective plastic flips or tubes for multiples, safeguarding its condition.
• Legal Tender: With a face value of $10, it’s backed by the U.S. Government, although its market value is driven by the gold content.
• Mintage: The 1988 issue has a mintage of 49,000 for the 1/4 oz size, making it one of the earlier and somewhat scarcer issues in the series.

• Investment: Gold Eagles are recognized for their liquidity and stability as gold investments, offering both intrinsic value and potential for appreciation.
• Cultural Significance: Each coin is a piece of American history, celebrating freedom, peace, and the natural environment of the United States.
• Collector’s Item: The Roman numeral date on this coin adds a unique historical touch, appealing to collectors who appreciate the early issues of the series.
• Art and Craftsmanship: The detailed designs by Saint-Gaudens and Busiek are among the most celebrated in American coinage, providing both aesthetic and cultural value.