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American Gold Eagle 1/10 oz Price Today

Live intrinsic value of the American Gold Eagle 1/10 oz based on real-time gold spot price. Updated every 60 seconds.

Coin Intrinsic Value
$413.70
Based on live spot price
Gold Spot Price
$4,512.92
Per troy oz
Typical Dealer Price
$426 – $439
Approx. 36% premium over spot

Understanding the Premium Over Spot

The intrinsic value above represents the pure gold content of the coin (0.1 troy oz at 91.67% purity). When you buy from a dealer, you will pay more — the premium over spot covers minting costs charged by United States Mint, authorized dealer margins, packaging, shipping, and insurance. For the American Gold Eagle 1/10 oz, typical dealer premiums range from 3% to 6% above spot, putting the street price at approximately $426–$439 at current spot prices.

American Gold Eagle 1/10 oz Specifications

Country of IssueUnited States
Minted ByUnited States Mint
Year Introduced1986
MetalGold
Purity91.67% (0.9167 fine)
Weight0.1 troy oz (30.00 g)
Diameter16.50 mm
Thickness1.26 mm
Annual Mintage~100,000–500,000 per year

About the American Gold Eagle 1/10 oz

The 1/10 oz American Gold Eagle is the smallest and most affordable of the four sizes, containing exactly 0.1 troy ounces of pure gold. With a $5 face value, it is popular as a gift and for building a gold position gradually. Despite its small size, it carries the same quality guarantee and IRA eligibility as the larger versions.

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Current intrinsic value: $413.70 — dealer price approx. $426+
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American Gold Eagle 1/10 oz FAQ

Is a 1/10 oz Gold Eagle worth buying?+
Yes, for gifting, small investments, and portfolio building. The trade-off is a higher premium percentage (often 8–15% over spot) vs larger coins. For pure investment, larger coins are more cost-efficient.
What is the 1/10 oz Gold Eagle face value?+
The 1/10 oz Gold Eagle carries a $5 face value as legal tender, though its gold content is worth many times more.
Is the 1/10 oz Gold Eagle IRA eligible?+
Yes. All sizes of American Gold Eagles, including the 1/10 oz, are IRA-eligible under Congressional authorization.
How small is a 1/10 oz Gold Eagle?+
The 1/10 oz Gold Eagle is 16.5 mm in diameter — about the size of a US dime. It is quite small and should be kept in its capsule to prevent loss or damage.

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