The current year coins are distributed to wholesalers and bullion dealers, then sold to the general public at prices based on the market price of the metal plus a small premium that covers the cost of manufacturing, marketing and distribution.
It was established with the passing of the Liberty Coin Act of 1985, giving investors a trusted and stable store of value. Mint bullion coin program which issues coins for investors that are minted from precious metals like gold, silver, and platinum. The American Gold Eagle coin series is part of the U.S. Cryptocurrency Themed Silver Bullion Rounds.