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US gold coin calculator
| Coin | Melt each | Qty | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Gold Eagle (1 oz)1986–present · 1 ozt pure gold | $4,043.70 | — | |
| American Gold Eagle (½ oz)1986–present · 0.5 ozt pure gold | $2,021.85 | — | |
| American Gold Eagle (¼ oz)1986–present · 0.25 ozt pure gold | $1,010.92 | — | |
| American Gold Eagle (1/10 oz)1986–present · 0.1 ozt pure gold | $404.37 | — | |
| American Gold Buffalo (1 oz)2006–present · 1 ozt pure gold | $4,043.70 | — | |
| First Spouse Gold Coin ($10)2007–2020 · 0.5 ozt pure gold | $2,021.85 | — | |
| $20 Double Eagle1850–1933 · 0.9675 ozt pure gold | $3,912.28 | — | |
| $10 Liberty Head / Indian Head Eagle1838–1933 · 0.48375 ozt pure gold | $1,956.14 | — | |
| $5 Liberty Head / Indian Head Half Eagle1839–1929 · 0.24187 ozt pure gold | $978.05 | — | |
| $2.50 Liberty Head / Indian Head Quarter Eagle1840–1929 · 0.12094 ozt pure gold | $489.05 | — | |
| $1 Gold Dollar1849–1889 · 0.04837 ozt pure gold | $195.59 | — |
More accurate than a denomination-only shortcut
Early US gold standards changed. This table does not pretend every coin carrying the same denomination has identical gold content: the $10, $5, and $2.50 rows begin with the later standardized issues shown in the date ranges. Identify an earlier coin before calculating it.
Melt value is not the sale price
Bullion coins usually trade at a premium to melt, while pre-1933 coins may have much larger collector premiums. Use this total as the metal floor, then compare the exact date, mint mark, and condition with completed sales or a specialist coin dealer. MeltOffer does not buy coins and does not reduce the calculation to create a buying spread.
Specification sources
The U.S. Mint confirms the Gold Eagle sizes and contained gold, the Gold Buffalo's one ounce of .9999 fine gold, and the First Spouse coin's one-half ounce. Historical rows show pure-gold content, not total alloy weight.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a one-ounce American Gold Eagle worth in melt value?
A one-ounce American Gold Eagle contains exactly one troy ounce of pure gold, so its melt value equals the live gold spot price. Its total coin weight is higher because it is a durable 22-karat alloy.
Do a Gold Eagle and Gold Buffalo have the same melt value?
Yes, the standard one-ounce versions each contain one troy ounce of pure gold. The Eagle is 22 karat and the Buffalo is .9999 fine, but their contained pure-gold weight is the same.
What is the melt value of a $20 Double Eagle?
A standard $20 Double Eagle contains 0.9675 troy ounce of pure gold. Multiply 0.9675 by the current gold spot price; collector value may be substantially higher.
Are pre-1933 gold coins worth more than melt value?
Often. Date, mint mark, condition, rarity, and demand can add numismatic value, so identify the exact coin and get a coin-specialist quote before accepting a melt-only offer.
Why are early US gold coins not included?
Gold weight and standards changed across early issues. This table starts each denomination at a date where the listed contained-gold figure is consistent enough for a simple calculator.
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