Gold American Eagle Coins are official gold bullion coin issued by the United States Mint.  The Gold American Eagle was first issued by the U.S. Mint in 1986 and authorized under the Gold Bullion Act of 1985.  Gold American Eagles are highly collectible and are limited in number.  The amount minted depend on demand and gold availability for each year and is determined by the U.S. Mint.  Gold American Eagles are available in 1/10, 1/4, 1/2 and 1 oz pure gold.  APMEX is one of 13 dealers authorized to sell Gold american eagles for the U.S. Mint.  Investors in Gold often invest a portion of their investment in Gold American Eagle Coins.