The 2023 1/4 oz American Gold Eagle Coin (BU) represents one of the most popular fractional sizes in the U.S. Mint’s prestigious Gold Eagle series. Combining timeless artistry, investment-grade gold, and official U.S. government backing, this coin is an ideal choice for both collectors and investors seeking flexibility and affordability in physical gold ownership.
Coin Highlights:
- Contains 1/4 troy ounce of actual gold content.
- Struck in 22-karat (.9167 fine) gold, alloyed with copper and silver for durability.
- Issued by the United States Mint.
- Presented in Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) condition.
- Legal tender with a face value of $10 (USD).
- Backed by the U.S. government for weight, gold content, and purity.
The obverse features Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ masterful design of Lady Liberty, originally created for the 1907 $20 Double Eagle. Liberty strides forward confidently, holding a torch in her right hand and an olive branch in her left, with rays of sunlight and the U.S. Capitol building in the background. The inscription “LIBERTY” and the year 2023 complete this iconic depiction.
The reverse showcases Jennie Norris’ detailed portrait of the American bald eagle, a powerful symbol of national pride and freedom. Introduced in 2021, this modern design brings a new level of realism and emotion to the Gold Eagle series. Surrounding inscriptions include “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “E PLURIBUS UNUM,” “IN GOD WE TRUST,” along with the coin’s weight, purity, and denomination.
Fractional Gold Eagles like the 2023 1/4 oz edition provide collectors and investors with accessible entry points into gold ownership while maintaining the same high quality and trusted design as the full one-ounce version.
Each 2023 1/4 oz American Gold Eagle Coin (BU) embodies the excellence of U.S. Mint craftsmanship and stands as a timeless representation of American freedom and strength.
