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American Gold Eagle (1/4 oz)
0.2727 oz total · 917 fine · Gold · 1986–present
Live Melt Value
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0.2500 pure oz × $—/oz
Spot updates every 60 seconds
Last verified: March 14, 2026
About This Coin
The 1/4 oz American Gold Eagle contains exactly 0.25 troy ounces of pure gold in a 22-karat alloy. Total coin weight is 0.2727 troy ounces (8.48 grams) with a face value of $10.
The quarter-ounce size hits a sweet spot for gift-giving and gradual accumulation. Its premium per ounce is typically 6-10% over spot. At current gold prices, each coin represents approximately $1,250 in gold value, making it accessible for monthly purchases.
This denomination is popular for birthdays, graduations, and other gifts where a full ounce is too expensive. Like all Gold Eagles, it's IRA-eligible and carries the US government guarantee.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much gold is in a 1/4 oz Gold Eagle?▾
A 1/4 oz American Gold Eagle contains 0.2500 troy ounces of pure gold at 22-karat (91.67%) purity. Total coin weight is 0.2727 oz (8.48 grams).
What is a American Gold Eagle (1/4 oz) worth today?▾
The American Gold Eagle (1/4 oz) contains 0.2500 troy ounces of pure gold. Its live melt value is calculated by multiplying 0.2500 oz by the current gold spot price, which updates every 60 seconds on MetalMetric.
Does the American Gold Eagle (1/4 oz) have numismatic value?▾
Premiums of 6-10% over spot for bullion dates. Higher premiums than the 1/2 oz and 1 oz sizes.
How do I track this in my portfolio?▾
Add it to your free MetalMetric vault at
metalmetric.com/vault. Enter the weight (0.2727 oz), purity (0.9167), and purchase price. MetalMetric tracks live melt value and unrealized P&L automatically.