SKU RM-AU-AE-1/2OZ-1989/USD · per item · indicative
$2,492.80
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Obverse · front of piece
Obverse · front of piece- Assay XRF + ultrasonic
- Custody Allocated · insured
- Sell-back Spot-linked, instant
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1989-P 1/2 oz Proof American Gold Eagle
The 1989-P 1/2 oz Proof American Gold Eagle features .9167 fine gold content, weighing 0.5 troy oz (15.55 g), minted by the United States Mint. This coin is sought after by investors and collectors for its historical significance and investment potential.
.9167 fine· 0.5000 troy oz (15.5526 g)· IRA eligible
$2,492.80
$2,492.80 / item · cash price · United States Mint · In stock
- Metal value
- $2,130.55 · 0.5 oz fine
- Premium
- $362.25 (17.0% over spot)
- Spot
- $4,261.10 /oz · as of 04:30 PM ET
- Spot-linked · requotes automatically
02:00Price held · re-quotes at zero
Price holds through checkout · KYC at first purchase · cancel before settlement
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-469
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 1989-P 1/2 oz Proof American Gold Eagle is a distinguished coin produced by the United States Mint, containing .9167 fine gold and weighing 0.5 troy oz (15.55 g). This coin measures 27 mm in diameter and has a thickness of 2.24 mm, making it a notable addition to any collection. The obverse design, crafted by Augustus Saint-Gaudens, features the majestic Lady Liberty, a symbol of freedom and hope, while the reverse, designed by Miley Busiek, depicts a family of eagles, symbolizing strength and unity.
As an investment, the American Gold Eagle is renowned for its liquidity and sovereign guarantee, making it an attractive option for both collectors and investors. Its eligibility for Precious Metals IRAs under IRC Section 408(m) further enhances its appeal, allowing investors to include this coin in their retirement portfolios.
Rockwell Metals offers seamless integration with our 120-Second Price Lock at checkout, ensuring you secure your investment at the best price. Each coin is accompanied by a Cryptographic Vault Passport, featuring XRF-spectrometer verified serial numbers for authenticity. Our coins are stored in segregated allocations within $250M Lloyd's of London insured vaults, providing peace of mind. Additionally, we offer instant sell-back liquidity, allowing you to quickly access your investment's value, or choose insured armored direct-to-door delivery for your convenience.
Obverse ArtworkFront
The obverse of the 1989-P Proof American Gold Eagle features the iconic design by Augustus Saint-Gaudens, depicting Lady Liberty holding a torch and an olive branch, symbolizing freedom and peace. The design is framed by the inscriptions 'LIBERTY' and the year of minting.
Reverse MotifBack
The reverse showcases the artwork by Miley Busiek, illustrating a family of eagles, representing strength and unity. The design is complemented by the inscriptions 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA', 'E PLURIBUS UNUM', and the coin's denomination of '$25'.
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
- Fine Weight
- 0.5000 troy oz (15.5526 g)
- Mint / Refinery
- United States Mint
- Year
- 1989
- Grade / Finish
- Proof
- Diameter
- 27 mm
- Thickness
- 2.24 mm
- Face Value
- $25 USD
- IRA Eligible
- Yes
- Rockwell SKU
- RM-AU-AE-1/2OZ-1989
- Catalog ID
- 469
- 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 1989 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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