One of the most popular American Gold Eagle Coins ever struck were the four weights issued in 1999. At the height of the Y2K crisis, the demand for precious metals reached levels not seen in the modern era, to date. As a result, the two most popular weights would set incredible mintage records. Right now, BGASC offers the 1999 1 oz American Gold Eagle Coin to you for purchase online.

Highlights:

• Arrives in individual plastic flips!
• 14th date in the American Gold Eagle Series!
• Limited mintage of 1,505,026 coins!
• Contains 1 Troy oz of actual gold content in BU condition.
• Bears a face value of $50 (USD).
• The obverse depicts Liberty.
• On the reverse is the American bald eagle.

BGASC has the 1999 1 oz American Gold Eagle Coin available to you for purchase online in Brilliant Uncirculated condition. Each coin listed here comes with an individual plastic flip. The 1999 1 oz Gold Eagle enjoyed the highest mintage in the history of the series.

Obverse

The obverse side of the 1999 American Gold Eagle comes with the iconic portrait of Lady Liberty. Designed in 1907 by Augustus Saint-Gaudens, this visual shows Liberty in front-facing relief as she walks with a torch held high in her right hand and an olive branch in her left hand.

Reverse

On the reverse face of 1999 1 oz Gold Eagle Coins, you will find the American bald eagle family. Designed for this coin series in 1986 by Miley Busiek, this visual shows an eagle soaring over the nest as its partner protects hatchlings in the nest.

History

The Y2K crisis pushed the demand for gold to heights not seen in the modern era. The American Gold Eagle saw a jump in demand from 1997 to 1999, with the 1 oz and 1/10 oz coins enjoying the most attention from buyers. The 1 oz gold coin set a record that still stands as of 2023 with sales of 1,505,026 coins.

Ordering

If you have any questions, we’re happy to help. BGASC customer service is available at 888-992-4272, online using our live chat, and via our email address.