1987 1/2 oz Gold American Eagle BU (MCMLXXXVII)

### **1987 1/2 oz Gold American Eagle Brilliant Uncirculated (MCMLXXXVII)** Bullion Exchanges now offers the **1987 1/2 oz Gold American Eagle Brilliant Uncirculated (MCMLXXXVII) -** a classic and highly recognizable US gold bullion coin sought after by investors and collectors worldwide. Struck by the United States Mint, this early-issue Gold American Eagle contains 1/2 troy oz of .9167 fine gold (22-karat) and carries a $25 face value, fully backed by the US government. Featuring the Roman numeral date MCMLXXXVII, this coin represents one of the foundational years of the modern Gold Eagle program, adding vintage appeal to its strong bullion value. Introduced in 1986, the [**American Gold Eagle series**](file:///buy-gold/us-gold-coins/gold-american-eagle) quickly became the flagship gold bullion coin of the United States and one of the most traded gold coins globally. The 1987 release stands out as an early example from the program’s formative years, making it especially attractive to those searching for early-date Gold American Eagles, half ounce gold coins, and US Mint gold bullion. Brilliant Uncirculated examples like this retain sharp details and original mint luster, ideal for long-term holding or portfolio diversification. **Coin Features:** - Made from .9167 fine gold with a weight of [**1/2 troy oz**](file:///buy-gold/fractional-gold-coins/1-2-oz-gold-coins) - Minted by the[**United States Mint**](file:///government-mints/us-mint%3Fin_stock_only=1&currentPage=1&perPage=72) - Brilliant Uncirculated condition - A face value of $25 USD - Precious Metals [**IRA eligible**](file:///ira) - Legal American tender and fully backed by the United States government - **Obverse:** Displays the famous Walking Liberty image originally created by Augustus Saint-Gaudens for the $20 Gold Double Eagle Coins in 1907. It showcases Lady Liberty with a torch in her right hand and an olive branch in her left, striding forward against a background of the Capitol Building and the rising sun, inscribed with the year marker and “LIBERTY” - **Reverse:** Showcases the famous Miley Busiek design, Family of Eagles, which shows a male eagle hovering above his nest while his mate and their hatchlings wait below. Engravings include “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA”, “E PLURIBUS UNUM”, “IN GOD WE TRUST”, along with the weight, purity, and denomination **Why Buy This Coin** - **Historic Date:** Early issue from the fifth year of the Gold Eagle program. - **Half-Ounce Format:** Ideal balance of affordability and gold content. - **High global liquidity:** easily bought, sold, and recognized worldwide - **Timeless Design:** Features the famous [**Saint-Gaudens Liberty**](file:///buy-gold/us-gold-coins/pre-1933/saint-gaudens-double-eagle) and eagle family motif. Bullion Exchanges proudly carries a wide inventory of **[Certified Gold American Eagle coins](file:///buy-gold/us-gold-coins/gold-american-eagle/certified-gold-eagles)**, including this **1987 1/2 oz Gold American Eagle BU**. As with all gold bullion coins, its value closely tracks the [**spot price of gold for 1/2 coins**](file:///charts/1-2-oz-coins-gold-price-today), which fluctuates daily based on global market conditions. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact one of our customer service representatives.