You might have heard recently that the US Mint ceased production of the 2009 Gold Eagle before the year actually ended. This may not seem like a big deal to you, but you might look at things in a different light if you knew what the law has to say.

Federal law decrees that the US Mint must produce one-ounce Gold Eagle coins in a quantity sufficient to meet consumer demand. The US Mint blamed the cessation of production on a shortage of one-ounce blanks. For those who aren’t familiar with the term, blanks are the gold medallions that are used to make the Gold Eagles and other gold coins. When this “shortage” became a problem, the US Mint stopped making both the bullion and Proof versions of the one-ounce coin. Not only that, but the Mint also stopped making fractional sizes of the Eagle coin.

Although a shortage was given as the official reason of stopping the manufacture of the coins, there has been widespread controversy that the US government is actually hoarding the gold for themselves. The dollar’s recent surge may offer a glimmer of hope to policymakers, so 2010 Gold Eagle coins are now being produced at the regular rate. The US Mint is currently offering the Proof version of the one-ounce Eagle on its’ website, and investors can purchase the American gold Eagle bullion coin (in the one-ounce variety) from authorized dealers.

No one knows for sure how many coins will be produced this year, and the US Mint’s discontinuation of all fractional coins is a sign that the gold could be diverted somewhere else in the near future…for example, to our international debtors or to Fort Knox to back up our dollar if another currency slide begins. To see how the Gold Eagle controversy plays out and to get the info you want on these American coins, visit www.USMint.gov or stay in close contact with Gold-Eagle.org for updates on this developing story.

Michael Johnson

Since Gold Eagle coin price varies so drastically between bullion and rare coin, prospective buyers are encouraged to proceed with educated scrutiny, and to research any doubts or questions that he or she may have, before committing to any short-term, or long-term gold investment.

The first point of reference for any successful precious metals investor, is his or her own, specific, individual, financial needs and expectations. Thorough evaluation of these needs will help to determine which type of Gold Eagle coin price to focus on, as well as what size Gold Eagle budget there is to work with.

Bullion Gold Eagles are modern, $50 American Eagle, 22-karat coins. They contain exactly one troy-ounce of pure gold, and generally carry premiums that hover slightly above the current gold spot price (which represents the cost of one troy-ounce of pure gold). They are commonly used as short-term potential profit vehicles, as our U.S. government backs these bullion coins for weight, and precious metal content. American Eagles are also very popular items for personal possession, as their obverse design is a near replica of the legendary, rare, $20 Saint Gaudens, 22-karat gold coin, which was minted from 1907, to 1933.

$20 Saint Gaudens, and $20 Lady Liberty, 22-karat, rare gold coins are also commonly known as “Double Eagles”. These numismatic rarities carry a very high Gold Eagle coin price, and are widely used for long-term wealth protection, and potential growth. Prospective buyers are encouraged to research the benefits of numismatic value by visiting websites like www.ngccoin.com, or www.pcgs.com.

Those who have completed their research are encouraged to contact one of our friendly specialists, who offer institutional discounts on American Eagle bullion, and Double Eagle rare gold coin to household investors like you.

Michael Johnson

$20 Lady Liberty, and $20 Saint Gaudens, 22-karat, rare gold coins are also commonly known as Double Eagle Gold Coins, and novice investors are encouraged to research their long-term, safe haven benefits. Investors everywhere are either scanning the heavens for some sign of a miraculous economic recovery, or pragmatically placing their wealth in privately held assets like certified rare gold coins, where neither our meddlesome government, nor malfunctioning marketers can mishandle, or misappropriate them (www.marketwatch.com)

Even though Double Eagle gold coins contain exactly .9675 troy-ounces of pure gold, their renowned status as premier, long-term investments is due to their inherent numismatic value. This inherent value is historically known to radically appreciate throughout recessions like the one that snake bit our nation’s economy throughout the 1970s, and today’s trend savvy investors planning to capitalize on our current recession, by certifying their rare Double Eagle coins’ numismatic value with official “mint state grades”.

Investors are advised to purchase only PCGS (Professional Coin Grading Service), or NGC (Numismatic Guaranty Corporation)-certified rare gold coins, as mint state grades from lesser-known rare coin-assayers, aren’t looked upon as favorably by gold traders. Typical holding periods for rare gold coin investments are usually a minimum of fourteen months, so those who seek shorter-term profit potential, are encouraged to research the benefits of bullion investment. (www.pcgs.com) (www.ngccoin.com)

Those who have completed their research can avoid paying over marked retail prices for their bullion, and/or rare gold coins by contacting one of our friendly specialists, who offer institutional discounts on these coins to household investors like you.

Michael Johnson

Novice investors are always encouraged to use caution when deciding on their Gold Eagle dealers, as there are countless ireputeble individuals who pass themselves off as such, and sell over marked gold coins to unsuspecting, and uninformed investors.

Prospective buyers should always conduct background checks on any Gold Eagle dealers that they are considering, with A, or better approvals from the Better Business Bureau (www.bbb.org), being optimal. Investors should also avoid the alluring trappings of local gold retailers, who not only use a deceptive print, radio, or T.V. ad, to promote their over priced bullion and rare coin, they usually lack the proper gold inventory, expertise, and initiative to customize the individual, financial needs of each investor.

One way for novice investors to separate the reputable Gold Eagle dealers from the imposters, is to ask them the difference between certified American Eagle bullion, and Double Eagle coins, which are rare, $20 Lady Liberty, and $20 Saint Gaudens, 22-karat gold coins. Experienced investors know that there are vast differences between the two types of gold coins, mainly that American Eagles contain no numismatic value, and hence do not require official “mint state grades”, which designates that inherent value. An honest Gold Eagle dealer will happily explain this distinction, whereas a dishonest gold peddler will attempt to sell certified bullion at rare coin prices.

Investors who would like expert consultation on Gold Eagle coinage, are encouraged to contact one of our friendly specialists, who offer institutional discounts on bullion, and rare coin to household investors like you.

Michael Johnson

Investors with an affinity for modern bullion minting artistry are encouraged to consider that of 22-karat, American Proof Gold Eagle coinage. These modern, one-ounce minting marvels undergo a unique process to achieve their surreal, futuristic image, whereby the coin’s designs, or “elements” appear to float above an almost mirror-like background surface, or “field”.

Proof Gold Eagle coins are produced by the U.S. Mint, and begin as heated and softened, or “burnished” blanks, which are also known as “planchlets”, or “flans”, which are fed into the minting press, and struck multiple times with a specially made dye. The coins then undergo a white globe inspection, followed by a sonically sealed plastic encapsulation, which bears an individual serial number, and bar code. Just like their standard bullion counterparts, proof Gold Eagle coins contain a full troy-ounce of pure gold, and our government backs them for weight, and precious metal content.

American Eagle proofs also hold the distinction as being the only non-government-confiscatable items that are approved for gold-backed IRA storage. This long-term bullion investment option is especially popular among a great many baby boomers, who simply cannot afford the high premiums that certified rare gold coins command. Rare coins aren’t permitted for IRA storage, so investors can use bullion’s relative affordability to capitalize on today’s malfunctioning, long-term economic circumstances.

Investors are encouraged to complete their research, and then to contact one of our friendly specialists, who offer institutional discounts on these, and many other gold coins to household investors like you.

Michael Johnson

More and more investors are realizing that our nation’s great economic machine is badly broken, and are converting their wealth into the Gold Eagle market, to stabilize their own financial situation, while potentially growing their wealth over the long term. The bullion Gold Eagle market provides investors with an opportunity to capitalize on the gold spot price’s fluctuations, while rare Double Eagle coin is used for long-term financial protection.

Many financial experts believe that true economic recovery could take as long as ten years, or longer, due to our nation’s record debt, alarmingly low GDP (Gross Domestic Product), and equally alarming unemployment level. During this past month alone, there were more bank closings in our country, than during the years between 2003, and 2007 combined. www.reuters.com This kind of economic uncertainty has multitudes of investors rethinking their collective, long-term strategies for financial safety, and are turning to the Gold Eagle market, to stabilize their financial status with a timeless, liquid, private, long-term asset, like Double Eagle rare gold coins.

Double Eagles are $20 Lady Liberty, and $20 Saint Gaudens, 22-karat rare gold coins, which contain a full troy-ounce of pure gold, and are the most widely selling rare coin in the Gold Eagle market. Their numismatic value historically appreciates throughout economic recessions, so it is wise to certify this inherent value through only either the PCGS (Professional Coin Grading Service), or the NGC (Numismatic Guaranty Corporation).

Investors who have completed their research can avoid paying outlandishly high retail prices for their American Eagle bullion, and Double Eagle rare gold coin by contacting one of our friendly specialists, who offer institutional discounts on these items to household investors like you.

Michael Johnson

In order for investors to achieve maximum proficiency for their Gold Eagle value, they must arrive at the proper diversification between their holdings in rare Gold Eagle coins, and less costly bullion.

More and more of today’s investors are seeking a long-term safe haven to store their wealth, and many are strategizing with Gold Eagle value, for proven, long-term financial protection. The numismatic value that rare coins like $20 Lady Liberty, and $20 Saint Gaudens, 22-karat gold coins possess, is where their true Gold Eagle value lies, as their .9675 troy-ounces of pure gold is merely a vehicle for this inherent worth. For this reason, Gold Eagle value is determined by a certified rare coin’s official “mint state grade”, which designates the coin’s numismatic worth.

Investors are hereby advised to rely solely on either PCGS, or NGC rare gold coin certification, as no other rare coin-assaying company carries the reputability of the Professional Coin Grading Service, or the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation.

Mint state grades are based on a 70-point “Sheldon Scale”, with certified Gold Eagles carrying grades that typically range between 61, and 66. Since rare gold coin holdings are long-term investments, investors must be sure to arrive at a realistic budget, to avoid premature liquidation. This is where bullion diversification comes into play, so long-term investors can liquidate less costly bullion, to capitalize on short-term spot price gains, while rare Gold Eagle coins appreciate over time.

Investors can avoid paying eye-popping retail prices for their bullion, and rare Gold Eagle certified coin by contacting one of our friendly specialists, who offer institutional discounts on these, and many other precious metal items to household investors like you.

Michael Johnson

Since a great many long-term investors do plan to sell certified gold coins at the opportune time, it is beneficial for them to learn the safest, and most convenient way to sell their certified numismatic rarities. It’s true that it would be both quick and easy for investors to pawn their certified Double Eagle, Eagle, Half-Eagle, and/or Quarter-Eagle, rare gold coins at the local gold dealer, but chances are that these local dealers will offer less than appealing liquidation prices.

Conversely, pragmatic, long-term precious metals investors would be far better served to research the benefits of transacting through a reputable, large-volume, precious metals exchange. These exchanges are versed in streamlining precious metals transactions with financial institutions like insurance companies, large corporations, and banks, and the sheer enormity of these transactions, affords these exchanges the benefit of dealing at discounted levels. Reputable exchanges also offer far better liquidation prices for long-term holders who whish to sell certified gold coins.

Another helpful bit of useful information for investors to consider, is that reputable gold traders worldwide, hold PCGS (Professional Coin Grading Service), and NGC-certified gold coins under the highest consideration, so investors may also want to research the long-term benefits of PCGS, and/or NGC numismatic certification. Investors and collectors can avoid paying eye-gouging retail prices for their NGC, and/or PCGS-certified gold coins by contacting one of our friendly specialists, who offer institutions on these, and many other gold coins to household investors like you.

Michael Johnson

Today’s pragmatic investors buy long-term Gold Eagle investments for wealth protection, while our nation’s economy continues to painfully contort, and constrict from self-induced toxemia. No national economy has ever experienced an overnight economic recovery; in fact, it usually takes almost a decade to attain. During these cycles, gold prices historically tend to rise, while dollar values endure long-term devaluation, which is why trend savvy investors buy long-term Gold Eagle Investments like American Eagle bullion, and Double Eagle rare gold coins. Both types of gold coinage can be used for long-term financial protection, depending upon each investor’s specific, individual, financial needs and expectations.

For investors who can afford the high premiums, the aforementioned Double Eagle gold coins are ideal wealth-protecting assets, because their numismatic value generally tends to appreciate throughout extended economic doldrums. $20 Lady Liberty, and $20 Saint Gaudens, 22-karat, rare gold coins are also commonly known as Double Eagles, and investors are encouraged to research the long-term benefits of rare coins’ numismatic value. $20 Liberty, and Saint Gaudens rare gold coins also contain nearly a full troy ounce of pure gold, (.9675 troy-ounces), and are deemed to be irretrievable by means of government gold confiscation from U.S. citizens. (research the U.S. gold bullion confiscation of 1933)

American Eagle, 22-karat bullion coins contain exactly one troy-ounce of pure gold, and their prices are only slightly higher than the current gold spot price (which represents the cost of one troy-ounce of pure gold). They are also U.S. government-approved for long-term, gold-backed IRA storage, which is an especially popular consideration among a great many “baby boomer” investors.

As always, investors are encouraged to complete their research. They are then advised to contact one of our friendly specialists, who offer institutional discounts on American Eagle bullion, and Double Eagle rare gold coin to household investors like you.

Michael Johnson

Seasoned investors, and novice buyers can benefit from physical ownership of American Eagle gold coins, as they are affordable and reliable, as well as versatile. Unlike rare gold coins such as Double Eagles (which command very high premiums), modern bullion American Eagle gold coins are completely devoid of numismatic value, and thus command prices that hover slightly above the current gold spot price. For these reasons, these $50 face value bullion coins, are commonly used as short-term profit vehicles. Their full troy-ounce of pure gold effectively tracks the current gold spot price (which represents the cost of one troy-ounce of pure gold), and the U.S. government backs their weight, and precious metal content.

Investors who cannot afford long-term, rare coin financial protection, can use American Eagle gold coins for their government-approved, gold-backed IRAs, but the vast majority of long-term investors use these bullion coins to diversify their far more costly rare coin holdings. The aforementioned Double Eagle coins are widely considered to be the ideal safe haven precious metals investments, because the numismatic value that $20 Lady Liberty, and $20 Saint Gaudens coins possess, generally tends to appreciate over time. American Eagles are typically used to diversify these rare gold coins, as well as other rare coins like $10 Eagles, $5 Half-Eagles, and $2.5 Quarter-Eagles.

As always, investors are encouraged to complete their research. They are then encouraged to contact one of our friendly specialists, who offer institutional discounts on American Eagle bullion, and various Gold Eagle rare coin, to household investors like you.

Michael Johnson