SKU RM-AU-AE-1OZ-1987/USD · per item · indicative
$4,628.69
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1987-W 1 oz Proof American Gold Eagle Coin
The 1987-W 1 oz Proof American Gold Eagle Coin features .9167 fine gold, weighing 1.0000 troy oz (31.1035 g). Minted at the West Point Mint, this coin is sought after by investors for its beauty and intrinsic value.
.9167 22k Gold fine· 1.0000 troy oz (31.1035 g)· IRA eligible
$4,628.69
$4,628.69 / item · cash price · United States Mint · Sale
- Metal value
- $4,294.90 · 1 oz fine
- Premium
- $333.79 (7.8% over spot)
- Spot
- $4,294.90 /oz · as of 05:14 PM ET
- Spot-linked · requotes automatically
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A1 / Vault Passport
Provable down to the metal.
Every piece ships with a live custody passport — serial-matched, assay-logged, and re-verified against the Rockwell ledger on a timer. Verification is the product.
Custody receipt · Rockwell verified checked against your ledger on request
Rockwell IDRM-AU-172
Assay methodXRF + ultrasonic
Serial statusSealed · matched
GradeProof
Chain of custodyUnited States Mint → Rockwell vault
InsuranceLloyd's · to $250M
A2 / Product Overview & Numismatic Analysis
The Complete Record.
Authored numismatic breakdown, artistic provenance, and institutional custody proof.
Analysis & Context
Institutional Overview
The 1987-W 1 oz Proof American Gold Eagle Coin is a stunning representation of American craftsmanship and numismatic heritage. With a purity of .9167, this coin contains 1.0000 troy oz (31.1035 g) of fine gold, making it a valuable addition to any collection or investment portfolio. The coin measures 32.7 mm in diameter and has a thickness of 2.87 mm, featuring the West Point Mint mark, which is a hallmark of quality and authenticity.
Artistically, the obverse design by Augustus Saint-Gaudens is celebrated for its powerful depiction of Lady Liberty, embodying the spirit of freedom that defines the United States. The reverse design by Miley Busiek further enhances its appeal, showcasing the bald eagle, a symbol of strength and resilience. This coin not only serves as a piece of art but also as a testament to American history and values.
From an investment perspective, the American Gold Eagle is recognized globally for its liquidity and reliability, backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. government. It is eligible for inclusion in Precious Metals IRAs under IRC Section 408(m), providing investors with a tax-advantaged way to diversify their retirement portfolios.
Rockwell Metals offers seamless integration with our 120-Second Price Lock at checkout, ensuring you secure the best price for your investment. Each coin is accompanied by a Cryptographic Vault Passport, featuring XRF-spectrometer verified serial numbers, and is allocated in our $250M Lloyd's of London insured vaults. Additionally, our platform provides instant sell-back liquidity, allowing you to quickly capitalize on market movements or opt for insured armored direct-to-door delivery.
Obverse ArtworkFront
The obverse of the 1987-W Proof American Gold Eagle features Augustus Saint-Gaudens' iconic depiction of Lady Liberty, holding a torch and an olive branch, symbolizing freedom and peace. The design is complemented by the inscriptions 'LIBERTY' and the year of minting, '1987'.
Reverse MotifBack
The reverse showcases a majestic bald eagle in flight, carrying an olive branch to its nest, symbolizing strength and patriotism. This design, created by Miley Busiek, is accompanied by the inscriptions 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA', 'E PLURIBUS UNUM', and the coin's denomination of 'FIFTY DOLLARS'.
IRA QualificationIRC 408(m) Eligible
Meets the IRS purity standards required for inclusion in Self-Directed Precious Metals IRAs. Eligible for segregated depository vaulting.
A3 / Specification
Full record.
- Metal
- Gold
- Purity
- .9167 22k Gold
- Fine Weight
- 1.0000 troy oz (31.1035 g)
- Mint / Refinery
- United States Mint
- Year
- 1987
- Grade / Finish
- Proof
- Diameter
- 32.7 mm
- Thickness
- 2.87 mm
- Face Value
- $50 USD
- IRA Eligible
- Yes
- Rockwell SKU
- RM-AU-AE-1OZ-1987
- Catalog ID
- 172
- Assay
- XRF + ultrasonic
- Custody
- Allocated · segregated
- Insurance
- Lloyd's · to $250M
- Sell-back
- Spot-linked · instant
A4 / This SKU, over time
This piece, over time.
A4 / Provenance
Mint to vault, on the record.
A documented chain of custody — each step assay-checked and timestamped to the ledger.
- Struck
United States Mint. Die-verified 1987 strike.
- Assayed
XRF + ultrasonic at intake. Purity confirmed, serial sealed.
- Vaulted
Allocated to Rockwell vault. Insured by Lloyd's, ledger entry opened.
- Yours
On purchase, the passport transfers to your account — store or take delivery.
- Lloyd's insuredto $250M
- Audited reservesmonthly attestation
- Assay verifiedXRF + ultrasonic
- Allocated custodysegregated, never lent
- Instant sell-backspot-linked spreads
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