coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $50 (Fifty Dollars) \ $50 Gold Eagles \ 1997
The 1997 $50 Gold Eagle is a notable collectible coin from the United States Mint, part of the American Gold Eagle series first introduced in 1986. Composed of 91.67% gold (22-karat) and weighing one troy ounce, the coin features an iconic design by Augustus Saint-Gaudens on the obverse and a depiction of a family of eagles on the reverse. The 1997 issue, while still relatively common, holds a certain collectible appeal due to its gold content and historical significance in American numismatics.
Item | Denomination | Series | Year | Mint | |
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1997 $50 Gold Eagle | $50 (Fifty Dollars) | $50 Gold Eagles | 1997 | Philadelphia |
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1997-W $50 Gold Eagle DCAM | $50 (Fifty Dollars) | $50 Gold Eagles | 1997 | West Point |