Minted in very large quantities, the 1/4 oz American Eagle gold coin is accepted worldwide. It still retains its original lustre.
The obverse of the coin depicts the Statue of Liberty, as designed by the American sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens in 1907, facing the obverse of the coin, her hair blowing in the wind, holding a torch, as if she were stepping towards the obverse of the coin.
With her right hand, Lady Liberty inspires and guides others along the path to freedom. In her other hand, she holds an olive branch, often regarded as a symbol of peace.
The combination of these two elements reveals the power and grandeur of the Statue of Liberty. Behind her, one can see the US Capitol and the flames that seem to be rising from it.
Next to its left foot (at the bottom right when looking at the coin) is the year of issue, in this case 2023. In addition to the year of issue, the word ‘Freedom’ is engraved beneath the figure’s head. Finally, fifty stars, the national emblem of the United States, are arranged around the edge of the coin.
The reverse of the coin features a new design created in 2021 by the American designer Jennie Norris. It depicts a portrait of the bald eagle, America’s iconic animal.
The eagle is shown in profile, which highlights the details of its plumage as well as its determined gaze. The image seems to convey a sense of pride. Several inscriptions appear on the reverse of the coin.
Firstly, the words ‘United States of America’, ‘$10’ and ‘1/4 ounce of pure gold’ are positioned above and around the coin.
Above the eagle’s head are the Latin words ‘e pluribus unum’, an American motto which literally means ‘one out of many’, as well as ‘In God We Trust’, the official national motto since 1956. The letters ‘JN’ and ‘RG’ flanking the eagle stand for the initials of the graphic designer Jennie Norris and the sculptor Renata Gordon, respectively.
*Photos for illustrative purposes only. The section shown in the 3D video is not representative of the actual product.
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