The 1988 Gold American Eagle in 1/10 oz is a fractional bullion coin produced by the United States Mint at West Point and carries a face value of five dollars as legal tender. It contains 0.1 troy ounces of gold at .9167 fineness, the standard alloy composition used across the American Eagle gold coin series. This coin is presented in Brilliant Uncirculated condition and dated MCMLXXXVIII in Roman numerals, a practice used on Gold Eagles through the series' early years.
As part of the Gold American Eagle program, this coin is one of the most widely recognized government-issued gold bullion coins in the United States market. We carry the 1988 issue as part of our broader inventory of fractional and full-ounce Gold Eagle offerings sourced from the United States Mint and reputable wholesale distributors.
The Gold American Eagle series launched in 1986, authorized under the Gold Bullion Coin Act of 1985, which directed the United States Mint to produce gold bullion coins for public sale. The program was created to give American buyers access to a domestically produced gold coin backed by the federal government,
…The 1988 Gold American Eagle in 1/10 oz is a fractional bullion coin produced by the United States Mint at West Point and carries a face value of five dollars as legal tender. It contains 0.1 troy ounces of gold at .9167 fineness, the standard alloy composition used across the American Eagle gold coin series. This coin is presented in Brilliant Uncirculated condition and dated MCMLXXXVIII in Roman numerals, a practice used on Gold Eagles through the series' early years.
As part of the Gold American Eagle program, this coin is one of the most widely recognized government-issued gold bullion coins in the United States market. We carry the 1988 issue as part of our broader inventory of fractional and full-ounce Gold Eagle offerings sourced from the United States Mint and reputable wholesale distributors.
The Gold American Eagle series launched in 1986, authorized under the Gold Bullion Coin Act of 1985, which directed the United States Mint to produce gold bullion coins for public sale. The program was created to give American buyers access to a domestically produced gold coin backed by the federal government, and it established four denominations: 1/10 oz, 1/4 oz, 1/2 oz, and 1 oz. The 1988 issue represents the third year of production and is part of the series' foundational run before design refinements were introduced in later decades.
West Point served as the primary production facility for Gold American Eagles, earning it the informal designation as the gold mint of the United States. Although West Point mint marks did not appear on most business-strike Gold Eagles during this period, the facility's role in the program has been consistent since inception. The 1988 coin carries the Roman numeral date MCMLXXXVIII, a tradition inherited from the series' original design that distinguished early-year Gold Eagles from later mintages.
The obverse features Augustus Saint-Gaudens' iconic depiction of Lady Liberty, adapted from his celebrated 1907 double eagle design. Liberty strides forward against a sunrise backdrop, torch raised in her right hand and an olive branch in her left, with the Capitol building visible in the background. The composition is dynamic and detailed, carrying an artistic authority that has made it one of the most admired coin designs in American numismatic history.
The reverse was designed by sculptor Miley Busiek and depicts a family of American bald eagles, with a male eagle carrying an olive branch returning to a nest sheltering a female and hatchlings. The design is rendered with fine detail and carries the inscriptions "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "E PLURIBUS UNUM," the coin's denomination, weight, and purity. Together, both sides present a distinctly American visual identity that sets this series apart from other sovereign bullion coins.
At 1/10 oz, this coin offers a lower acquisition cost than full-ounce or half-ounce Gold Eagles, making it practical for buyers who prefer to add gold in smaller increments. Fractional coins also provide greater flexibility when it comes to gifting or allocating gold across multiple recipients or positions without committing to a single larger piece.
The trade-off with fractional gold is that premiums per ounce are typically higher than on full-ounce coins, reflecting the greater per-unit production cost associated with smaller formats. Buyers who understand this dynamic can use 1/10 oz Gold Eagles purposefully, balancing accessibility against the premium structure that comes with the fractional size.
Gold American Eagles are produced under strict government specifications, with each coin's gold content, alloy composition, and dimensions controlled by the United States Mint. The .9167 fineness alloy, which includes silver and copper alongside gold, gives the coin added durability without compromising its guaranteed gold content of 0.1 troy ounces. Every coin we handle is verified for authenticity, weight, and condition before it reaches a customer.
As authorized dealers for both PCGS and NGC, we are well positioned to support customers who choose to have their coins professionally graded or authenticated by a third-party service. While this particular coin is offered in raw Brilliant Uncirculated condition, the option to submit for grading through either major service is available to buyers who want certified verification of their coin's grade and authenticity.
Brilliant Uncirculated, or BU, indicates that the coin has not been placed into circulation and retains its original mint-produced surfaces. At this grade level, coins typically show full luster with no wear, though minor contact marks or light handling signs may be present from the production and packaging process. This is distinct from Proof or graded mint-state coins, which are struck and handled under more controlled conditions.
Individual 1/10 oz Gold American Eagles ship in a protective plastic flip to preserve surface condition. A standard tube holds 50 coins of this denomination, and orders at that quantity will ship in tube format. Larger sealed box quantities follow standard mint packaging conventions. Buyers ordering a single coin or a small quantity can expect the flip packaging, which provides adequate protection for storage or handling during transfer.
The price of this coin is tied directly to the live spot price of gold, with a premium added above spot to reflect the coin's production cost, government backing, and market demand. Fractional Gold Eagles consistently carry higher per-ounce premiums than their full-ounce counterparts, a reflection of the additional manufacturing cost associated with smaller coin formats rather than any difference in gold quality or authenticity.
Demand for dated Gold Eagles, particularly earlier-year issues like the 1988, can also influence premium levels above what a current-year 1/10 oz Eagle might carry. Year-specific coins attract both bullion buyers and collectors, which can support premiums relative to spot when availability is limited. Our pricing reflects real-time market conditions and is structured for transparency, with the bid/ask spread displayed on our product page so buyers understand both the purchase price and the expected resale environment before they commit.
Gold American Eagles are among the most liquid government-issued gold coins in the United States market. The 1/10 oz denomination is widely recognized by dealers and private buyers, and the series' government backing, standardized weight, and verified gold content make it straightforward to trade across resale channels. Dated issues from the series' early years, including the 1988 coin, are generally recognizable to experienced buyers without requiring additional explanation.
We operate a two-way market that supports both purchases and sell-backs within the same platform. Customers who purchased this coin through us can sell it back using our competitive buyback pricing, without needing to seek out a separate buyer or negotiate through a third party. Evaluating the buyback price alongside the purchase price before committing to a transaction is part of how we encourage a more complete view of ownership costs from the start.
The 1988 Gold American Eagle combines the credibility of United States government issuance with the practical accessibility of the 1/10 oz fractional format. For buyers building a position in gold coins over time, this denomination fits naturally alongside larger Gold Eagle sizes while keeping individual transaction costs manageable. The coin's legal tender status and guaranteed gold content give it a baseline of recognition that generic rounds or bars in the same weight class simply cannot match.
The 1988 date adds a modest degree of scarcity relative to current-year fractional Eagles, as older-dated issues are no longer produced and depend entirely on secondary market supply. Buyers who are drawn to early-series Gold Eagles for their Roman numeral dating convention will find the 1988 MCMLXXXVIII issue an appealing representative of the program's founding era. These factors, combined with the enduring appeal of the Saint-Gaudens obverse design, make this a coin with appeal across both bullion and numismatic audiences.
We have been operating as a precious metals dealer since 2010, and the foundation of everything we do is transparency. Our pricing is driven by real-time market data, and the bid/ask spread displayed on each product page gives buyers a complete picture of what they are paying and what to expect when it comes time to sell. That kind of clarity is something we consider non-negotiable, not a feature.
Every product we sell is verified for authenticity, weight, and purity before it is fulfilled, and our status as authorized dealers for both PCGS and NGC reflects the standards we hold ourselves to within the industry. We hold an A rating with the Better Business Bureau and maintain active memberships in both the American Numismatic Association and the National Coin and Bullion Association. Beyond credentials, we have built a two-way marketplace that treats the sell side of a transaction with the same seriousness as the buy side, so customers are never left without a clear exit path when they are ready to liquidate.
Bullion Standard Pro gives members access to live, executable wholesale bid and ask pricing on products like this 1988 1/10 oz Gold Eagle, allowing buyers to transact at prices that reflect actual wholesale market conditions rather than fixed retail markups. Because premiums on fractional Gold Eagles can be meaningfully higher than on full-ounce coins, having visibility into real-time wholesale pricing and spread data helps members evaluate whether current market conditions represent a favorable entry point for this denomination.
Pro members also benefit from real-time portfolio valuation based on live wholesale bid pricing, proprietary historical premium analytics, and product research tools that allow comparison across the broader Gold Eagle catalog and competing fractional gold products. These tools are designed to reduce the information asymmetry that has historically made it difficult for individual buyers to evaluate whether they are paying competitive premiums or navigating favorable spread conditions on any given product.
We support a wide range of payment methods to make purchasing straightforward and secure. Buyers can complete transactions using Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, PayPal, or bank-connected payments through Plaid. For larger transactions, wire transfer and paper check are also accepted, and cryptocurrency payments are supported through BitPay for buyers who prefer that option.
Every transaction is processed with security as a priority, and our payment infrastructure is designed to accommodate the full range of how our customers prefer to buy. Whether you are making a single-coin purchase or a larger acquisition, the checkout experience is built around convenience, clarity, and confidence from start to finish.
Volume Discount Pricing Orders paid by debit card, credit card, and PayPal are an item's full list price and receive no discount. Orders paid by cryptocurrency receive a 3% discount from an item's full list price. Orders paid by eCheck (ACH), paper check, and bank wire receive a 4% discount from an item's full list price.
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| 10 - 19 | $574.68 | $586.66 | $598.63 |
| 20 - 39 | $572.79 | $584.72 | $596.66 |
| 40+ | $570.90 | $582.79 | $594.69 |
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Product ID: BST-000793B75E
| Year | 1988 |
|---|---|
| Precious Metal Type | Gold |
| Bullion Coin Type | Eagle |
| Format | Coin |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Brand/Mint | U.S. Mint |
| Mint Mark | W - West Point |
| Purity | 0.9167 |
| Weight | 0.1 oz |
| Thickness (mm) | 1.19 mm |
| Diameter (mm) | 16.5 mm |
| Inner Pack (Quantity) | 50 |
| Outer Pack (Quantity) | 5000 |
| Grade | BU |
The 1988 Gold American Eagle in 1/10 oz is a fractional bullion coin produced by the United States Mint at West Point and carries a face value of five dollars as legal tender. It contains 0.1 troy ounces of gold at .9167 fineness, the standard alloy composition used across the American Eagle gold coin series. This coin is presented in Brilliant Uncirculated condition and dated MCMLXXXVIII in Roman numerals, a practice used on Gold Eagles through the series' early years.
As part of the Gold American Eagle program, this coin is one of the most widely recognized government-issued gold bullion coins in the United States market. We carry the 1988 issue as part of our broader inventory of fractional and full-ounce Gold Eagle offerings sourced from the United States Mint and reputable wholesale distributors.
The Gold American Eagle series launched in 1986, authorized under the Gold Bullion Coin Act of 1985, which directed the United States Mint to produce gold bullion coins for public sale. The program was created to give American buyers access to a domestically produced gold coin backed by the federal government,
…The 1988 Gold American Eagle in 1/10 oz is a fractional bullion coin produced by the United States Mint at West Point and carries a face value of five dollars as legal tender. It contains 0.1 troy ounces of gold at .9167 fineness, the standard alloy composition used across the American Eagle gold coin series. This coin is presented in Brilliant Uncirculated condition and dated MCMLXXXVIII in Roman numerals, a practice used on Gold Eagles through the series' early years.
As part of the Gold American Eagle program, this coin is one of the most widely recognized government-issued gold bullion coins in the United States market. We carry the 1988 issue as part of our broader inventory of fractional and full-ounce Gold Eagle offerings sourced from the United States Mint and reputable wholesale distributors.
The Gold American Eagle series launched in 1986, authorized under the Gold Bullion Coin Act of 1985, which directed the United States Mint to produce gold bullion coins for public sale. The program was created to give American buyers access to a domestically produced gold coin backed by the federal government, and it established four denominations: 1/10 oz, 1/4 oz, 1/2 oz, and 1 oz. The 1988 issue represents the third year of production and is part of the series' foundational run before design refinements were introduced in later decades.
West Point served as the primary production facility for Gold American Eagles, earning it the informal designation as the gold mint of the United States. Although West Point mint marks did not appear on most business-strike Gold Eagles during this period, the facility's role in the program has been consistent since inception. The 1988 coin carries the Roman numeral date MCMLXXXVIII, a tradition inherited from the series' original design that distinguished early-year Gold Eagles from later mintages.
The obverse features Augustus Saint-Gaudens' iconic depiction of Lady Liberty, adapted from his celebrated 1907 double eagle design. Liberty strides forward against a sunrise backdrop, torch raised in her right hand and an olive branch in her left, with the Capitol building visible in the background. The composition is dynamic and detailed, carrying an artistic authority that has made it one of the most admired coin designs in American numismatic history.
The reverse was designed by sculptor Miley Busiek and depicts a family of American bald eagles, with a male eagle carrying an olive branch returning to a nest sheltering a female and hatchlings. The design is rendered with fine detail and carries the inscriptions "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "E PLURIBUS UNUM," the coin's denomination, weight, and purity. Together, both sides present a distinctly American visual identity that sets this series apart from other sovereign bullion coins.
At 1/10 oz, this coin offers a lower acquisition cost than full-ounce or half-ounce Gold Eagles, making it practical for buyers who prefer to add gold in smaller increments. Fractional coins also provide greater flexibility when it comes to gifting or allocating gold across multiple recipients or positions without committing to a single larger piece.
The trade-off with fractional gold is that premiums per ounce are typically higher than on full-ounce coins, reflecting the greater per-unit production cost associated with smaller formats. Buyers who understand this dynamic can use 1/10 oz Gold Eagles purposefully, balancing accessibility against the premium structure that comes with the fractional size.
Gold American Eagles are produced under strict government specifications, with each coin's gold content, alloy composition, and dimensions controlled by the United States Mint. The .9167 fineness alloy, which includes silver and copper alongside gold, gives the coin added durability without compromising its guaranteed gold content of 0.1 troy ounces. Every coin we handle is verified for authenticity, weight, and condition before it reaches a customer.
As authorized dealers for both PCGS and NGC, we are well positioned to support customers who choose to have their coins professionally graded or authenticated by a third-party service. While this particular coin is offered in raw Brilliant Uncirculated condition, the option to submit for grading through either major service is available to buyers who want certified verification of their coin's grade and authenticity.
Brilliant Uncirculated, or BU, indicates that the coin has not been placed into circulation and retains its original mint-produced surfaces. At this grade level, coins typically show full luster with no wear, though minor contact marks or light handling signs may be present from the production and packaging process. This is distinct from Proof or graded mint-state coins, which are struck and handled under more controlled conditions.
Individual 1/10 oz Gold American Eagles ship in a protective plastic flip to preserve surface condition. A standard tube holds 50 coins of this denomination, and orders at that quantity will ship in tube format. Larger sealed box quantities follow standard mint packaging conventions. Buyers ordering a single coin or a small quantity can expect the flip packaging, which provides adequate protection for storage or handling during transfer.
The price of this coin is tied directly to the live spot price of gold, with a premium added above spot to reflect the coin's production cost, government backing, and market demand. Fractional Gold Eagles consistently carry higher per-ounce premiums than their full-ounce counterparts, a reflection of the additional manufacturing cost associated with smaller coin formats rather than any difference in gold quality or authenticity.
Demand for dated Gold Eagles, particularly earlier-year issues like the 1988, can also influence premium levels above what a current-year 1/10 oz Eagle might carry. Year-specific coins attract both bullion buyers and collectors, which can support premiums relative to spot when availability is limited. Our pricing reflects real-time market conditions and is structured for transparency, with the bid/ask spread displayed on our product page so buyers understand both the purchase price and the expected resale environment before they commit.
Gold American Eagles are among the most liquid government-issued gold coins in the United States market. The 1/10 oz denomination is widely recognized by dealers and private buyers, and the series' government backing, standardized weight, and verified gold content make it straightforward to trade across resale channels. Dated issues from the series' early years, including the 1988 coin, are generally recognizable to experienced buyers without requiring additional explanation.
We operate a two-way market that supports both purchases and sell-backs within the same platform. Customers who purchased this coin through us can sell it back using our competitive buyback pricing, without needing to seek out a separate buyer or negotiate through a third party. Evaluating the buyback price alongside the purchase price before committing to a transaction is part of how we encourage a more complete view of ownership costs from the start.
The 1988 Gold American Eagle combines the credibility of United States government issuance with the practical accessibility of the 1/10 oz fractional format. For buyers building a position in gold coins over time, this denomination fits naturally alongside larger Gold Eagle sizes while keeping individual transaction costs manageable. The coin's legal tender status and guaranteed gold content give it a baseline of recognition that generic rounds or bars in the same weight class simply cannot match.
The 1988 date adds a modest degree of scarcity relative to current-year fractional Eagles, as older-dated issues are no longer produced and depend entirely on secondary market supply. Buyers who are drawn to early-series Gold Eagles for their Roman numeral dating convention will find the 1988 MCMLXXXVIII issue an appealing representative of the program's founding era. These factors, combined with the enduring appeal of the Saint-Gaudens obverse design, make this a coin with appeal across both bullion and numismatic audiences.
We have been operating as a precious metals dealer since 2010, and the foundation of everything we do is transparency. Our pricing is driven by real-time market data, and the bid/ask spread displayed on each product page gives buyers a complete picture of what they are paying and what to expect when it comes time to sell. That kind of clarity is something we consider non-negotiable, not a feature.
Every product we sell is verified for authenticity, weight, and purity before it is fulfilled, and our status as authorized dealers for both PCGS and NGC reflects the standards we hold ourselves to within the industry. We hold an A rating with the Better Business Bureau and maintain active memberships in both the American Numismatic Association and the National Coin and Bullion Association. Beyond credentials, we have built a two-way marketplace that treats the sell side of a transaction with the same seriousness as the buy side, so customers are never left without a clear exit path when they are ready to liquidate.
Bullion Standard Pro gives members access to live, executable wholesale bid and ask pricing on products like this 1988 1/10 oz Gold Eagle, allowing buyers to transact at prices that reflect actual wholesale market conditions rather than fixed retail markups. Because premiums on fractional Gold Eagles can be meaningfully higher than on full-ounce coins, having visibility into real-time wholesale pricing and spread data helps members evaluate whether current market conditions represent a favorable entry point for this denomination.
Pro members also benefit from real-time portfolio valuation based on live wholesale bid pricing, proprietary historical premium analytics, and product research tools that allow comparison across the broader Gold Eagle catalog and competing fractional gold products. These tools are designed to reduce the information asymmetry that has historically made it difficult for individual buyers to evaluate whether they are paying competitive premiums or navigating favorable spread conditions on any given product.
We support a wide range of payment methods to make purchasing straightforward and secure. Buyers can complete transactions using Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, PayPal, or bank-connected payments through Plaid. For larger transactions, wire transfer and paper check are also accepted, and cryptocurrency payments are supported through BitPay for buyers who prefer that option.
Every transaction is processed with security as a priority, and our payment infrastructure is designed to accommodate the full range of how our customers prefer to buy. Whether you are making a single-coin purchase or a larger acquisition, the checkout experience is built around convenience, clarity, and confidence from start to finish.
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