2010 Gold Eagle Set

In October 7, 2010 the United States announced the sales of the 2010 American Eagle Gold Proof Coins. Sales started at noon Eastern Time. Within the current release, people have a choice from four different sizes. In addition, people have the option to purchase the coins in a 4-coin set.

A Brief History

The circulation of coins first started in the United States in 1783. The first commemorative coin release followed the introduction of Public Law 52-203 on August 5, 1892. As for the American Eagle Gold proof coins, they followed the start of public law 99-185. The American Eagle Gold proof coins first came into existence on September 8, 1986.

Following the start of their production, West Point became appointed as the main producer of the American Eagle series of coins. This additionally includes the responsibility of proof and uncirculated coins, made from platinum, silver, and gold. Currently, they continue as one of the main producers for mints in gold and silver. However, the Philadelphia mint facility does mint the American Eagle coin on occasion.

Each year the coins are produced, never do both of the facilities produce the same series. Two thousand nine became the first year since the coin's release that they were not produced. According to the law the US Mint must produce both Silver and Gold American Eagle coins with enough to meet the current consumer demands. However, the demand exceeded the amount of available supplies, which led to the cancellation of the coin's production.

Specifications

Currently, the 2010 Gold Proof American coins are available in a set of four, as well as individually. On an individual basis, they are available in a 1/10 ounce, 1/4 ounce, 1/2 ounce, and one ounce. The obverse designer is Augustus Saint Gaudens. The coin currently has a modified design of Saint Gaudens $20 coin designed in gold. The coin features standing Liberty.

As for the reverse designer, Mrs. Miley Frances Busiek designed the family of eagles on the concept of family tradition and unity. Interested buyers can now purchase the 2010 American Eagle Gold Proof four-coin set, and will receive a collector's version of the United States Mint American Eagle Gold Bullion Coins. Currently, the four coin gold sets have a product limit of 39,000 with no specific mintage limit set. The set comes with one of the 1/10, 1/4, 1/2, and one ounce coins.

The 1/10 American Eagle Coin has a product limit of 27,000 and a mint limit of 66,000. The 1/4 ounce has a product limit of 16,000 and mint limit of 55,000. Whereas the 1/2 ounce American eagle coin has a product limit of 15,000 and mint limit of 54,000. On the other hand, the one-ounce coin has a product limit of 25,000 and mint limit of 64,000.

Each of the coins come packaged in a satin lined blue velvet presentation case. In addition, each comes with a certificate of authenticity that is signed by the Director of the United States Mint.