1/2 oz Gold Coins
Frequently Asked Questions
Why choose a 1/2 oz gold coin over a full ounce?
Half-ounce gold coins balance meaningful gold content with a more accessible price point. The 1/2 oz American Gold Eagle ($25 face value) carries lower per-ounce premiums than smaller fractional sizes while costing about half what a full-ounce coin does — an ideal middle ground for growing a collection.
What is the gold purity of a 1/2 oz American Gold Eagle?
The 1/2 oz Gold Eagle contains exactly half a troy ounce of pure gold in a 22-karat alloy (.9167 fine), with small amounts of copper and silver added for scratch resistance. The coin's total weight is slightly more than half an ounce to account for these alloy metals.
Are there key-date 1/2 oz Gold Eagles that are especially rare?
Yes. Certain years saw significantly lower 1/2 oz Gold Eagle production. These low-mintage years become key dates that command premiums well above melt value. Certified examples in MS70 or PF70 from scarce years can be particularly collectible.
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