1/4 oz American Gold Eagle Proof Coin - Random Year
The 1/4 oz American Gold Eagle Proof Coin – Random Year offers collectors the opportunity to own one of America’s most celebrated gold coin designs in a stunning proof finish. Struck by the United States Mint, these coins combine timeless artistry with precious metal purity, making them highly desirable additions to any gold collection.
Each coin contains 1/4 troy ounce of actual gold content and is composed of .9167 fine (22-karat) gold. Proof versions are struck using specially polished dies and planchets, resulting in sharp details, frosted design elements, and mirror-like fields that enhance the coin’s visual appeal.
As a random year offering, the year of mintage will be selected based on current inventory availability and may vary. Coins may feature either the original reverse (Type 1) or the updated reverse (Type 2), depending on the year issued.
Coin Highlights
- Contains 1/4 oz of actual gold content (.9167 fine, 22k);
- Proof strike with mirrored fields and frosted devices;
- Produced by the United States Mint;
- Bears a face value of $10 (USD);
- Random year selected from available inventory;
- Reverse design varies by year (Type 1 or Type 2);
- Sovereign coin backed by the U.S. government.
The Design
The obverse features the iconic Lady Liberty design by Augustus Saint-Gaudens, originally created for the $20 Double Eagle in 1907. Liberty strides forward confidently, holding a torch and olive branch, with the U.S. Capitol building in the background. The word “LIBERTY” appears above, along with the year of issue.
The reverse design depends on the year of mintage:
Type 1 (1986–2021) features a family of bald eagles created by Miley Busiek.
Type 2 (2021–present) showcases a detailed close-up portrait of a bald eagle designed by Jennie Norris.
Buy 1/4 oz American Gold Eagle Proof Coin – Random Year at SD Bullion
Add a beautifully struck proof edition of a classic American gold coin to your collection. Purchase the 1/4 oz American Gold Eagle Proof Coin – Random Year online from SD Bullion today, or contact our team at 1(800)294-8732 or through our web chat feature during regular business hours.