> The American Gold Eagle contains 31.10 g of fine gold in its 1-ounce version, but at 22-carat fineness (916.7‰): the coin weighs 33.93 g total, alloyed wit *Source : https://meilleur-rachat-or.fr/en/guides/gold-american-eagle-value/* --- ● Guide # Gold American Eagle: value, fineness and buy-back Published on **26/07/2026** · By **Sébastien Joumel** In brief **The American Gold Eagle contains 31.10 g of fine gold in its 1-ounce version, but at 22-carat fineness (916.7‰): the coin weighs 33.93 g total, alloyed with copper and silver for durability.** Here are its specs, how to estimate its value and sell it. ## What the American Eagle is Issued by the US Mint since **1986**, the gold American Eagle is struck at **22 carats (916.7‰)**. The **1-ounce** version does contain **31.10 g of fine gold**, but weighs **33.93 g total**: the remainder is a copper-and-silver alloy that makes it more scratch-resistant. Fractions exist (1/2, 1/4, 1/10 oz). ## 22 carats: a more durable gold Unlike the [Maple Leaf](https://meilleur-rachat-or.fr/en/guides/gold-maple-leaf-value/) (24 carats, soft), the 22-carat American Eagle resists daily wear better. The **amount of fine gold** stays the same for a 1 oz (31.10 g): only the total weight differs due to the alloy. ## How to estimate its value and sell it **Intrinsic value** = 31.10 g of fine gold × the day's gold rate (for the 1 oz) — you reason on fine gold, not total weight. Compare [buy-back rates](https://meilleur-rachat-or.fr/en/guides/gold-buyback-rate-how-to-compare/) and check the rate (see [understanding the gold rate](https://meilleur-rachat-or.fr/en/guides/how-to-read-gold-spot-price-before-selling/)). See also [investment gold coins](https://meilleur-rachat-or.fr/en/guides/gold-bullion-coins-investment-france/). ## Frequently asked questions What is a gold American Eagle worth? For the 1-ounce version, the intrinsic value is 31.10 g of fine gold × the day's rate, plus a generally moderate premium. You calculate on fine gold (31.10 g), not the 33.93 g total weight. Why does the American Eagle weigh 33.93 g? Because it's struck at 22 carats (916.7‰): it contains 31.10 g of fine gold per ounce, plus a copper-and-silver alloy that makes it more durable, hence a higher total weight. Maple Leaf or American Eagle? The Maple Leaf is purer (24 carats) but softer; the American Eagle (22 carats) is more scratch-resistant. Both contain the same amount of fine gold per ounce and are bought back close to spot. ## Read also [ Guide 20 francs gold Rooster (Marianne): value and buy-back ](https://meilleur-rachat-or.fr/en/guides/20-francs-rooster-gold-coin/)[ Guide 40 francs Napoléon gold coin: value and buy-back ](https://meilleur-rachat-or.fr/en/guides/40-francs-napoleon-gold-coin/)[ Guide 50 francs Hercule silver: value and buy-back ](https://meilleur-rachat-or.fr/en/guides/50-francs-hercule-silver-coin/) ## Sell at the best price near you Compare the gold buyers in your city. [See the rankings](https://meilleur-rachat-or.fr/en/gold-buyback/)