Tagged: Gold Eagles / Pre-1933 Gold Coins
Gold eagles were official U.S. gold coins until 1933. Denominations included the Quarter Eagle ($2.50), Half Eagle ($5), Eagle ($10 — with Liberty Head AND Indian Head designs), and Double Eagle ($20 — with Liberty Head AND Saint-Gaudens designs). These 90% gold coins circulated widely as they were legal tender used in daily American commerce before the 1933 U.S. gold recall. Today, they are prized historical collector items.
How The Great Depression Affected U.S. Coinage From The 1930s Onward
The Great Depression transformed US coinage by slowing everyday commerce, triggering coin production cutbacks, and permanently altering our monetary system. See which U.S. coins were affected the most.
Top 10 Rare U.S. Coins Worth More Than $1 Million Each!
10 Of The Rarest & Most Valuable U.S. Coins - See the rarest and most valuable coins ever made, how much they're worth, and your chances of finding one!
The Most Valuable Coin In The World (Worth $18M!) + The Most Valuable Coin In Each U.S. Denomination
What is the most valuable coin in the world? (It's a U.S. coin worth over $18M!) Here's an up-to-date list of the most valuable U.S. coins by denomination -- from pennies through dollar coins.
9 Of The Rarest Coins Collectors Go Gaga Over
Take a look at 9 of the most popular and rarest coins U.S. coins that coin collectors go crazy over. See why each coin is so rare and how much it's worth.
Rare Coins At The Smithsonian: See Incredible Exhibits Online!
The Smithsonian in Washington D.C. has the 1804 dollar, 1933 double eagle & other rare coins. Here's what you'll see. Plus my tips for visiting the museum.
Tips For Finding Coin Hoards Like The Famous Saddle Ridge Gold Coin Hoard
How was the famous Saddle Ridge gold coin hoard found in California? Find out here, plus tips on how to discover your own coin hoards!
Best U.S. Coins To Collect: A Checklist To Save
While there is no single answer that defines the 'best' coins worth collecting (because everyone has a different opinion as to the best coins worth holding onto), here are some ideas and opinions from others who collect coins. See which coins they've chosen to collect and why. Hint: They're NOT all rare U.S. coins!
5 Cheap Gold Coins For Coin Collectors And Investors
Looking for cheap gold coins? Check out this list of 5 types of gold coins that you can buy for under $500 each.
2009 U.S. Mint Coins: Old Favorites And Stunning New Designs
In 2009, the U.S. Mint is issuing a fascinating variety and quantity of coins. Ranging from Lincoln bicentennial pennies to the 24 karat gold double eagle there is something for everyone in the 2009 United State Mint issue.
2009 Ultra-High Relief Double Eagle Gold Coins… And A Little About High Relief vs. Regular Relief Coins
One of the world's most renowned, beautiful, loved, and popular coin designs came back as a high-relief coin. The 1907 Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle gold coin was revived as an Ultra-High Relief Double Eagle gold coin released by the U.S. Mint in 2009.
Gold Eagle Coin Values: See How Much Gold Eagles (1795-1933) Are Worth Today, Including Indian Head Gold Eagle Coins
Do you have a gold coin? Want to know what it's worth? Here's how to find the value of the Quarter Eagle coin (which is a $2.50 gold coin), the Half Eagle coin (which is a $5 gold coin), the Plain Eagle coin (which is a $10 gold coin), and the Double Eagle coin (which is a $20 gold coin).