The 1986 1/2 oz American Gold Eagle Coin, bearing the Roman numeral "MCMLXXXVI" for the year 1986, is a significant first issue in the American Gold Eagle series. Minted by the United States Mint, it contains 1/2 an ounce of gold with a purity of 22 karats, or .9167 fineness. The obverse features the iconic Saint-Gaudens design of Lady Liberty, and the reverse, designed by Miley Busiek, showcases a family of eagles. The mintage for the 1986 1/2 oz Gold Eagle was approximately 599,566 coins. This inaugural issue is highly prized by collectors and investors for its blend of historical significance, artistic design, and gold content, making it a distinguished piece in the American Gold Eagle series.
