2001 EAGLE GOLD COIN PROOF SET Purchased Directly from the United States Mint Start Price USD 995.00 Current Price USD 1,777.00 Time Left - Bid Count 4 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Wednesday, November 26, 2008 End Time Saturday, December 06, 2008 Location New York, NY See more about '2001 EAGLE GOLD COIN PROOF SET ' Description 2001 EAGLE GOLD COIN PROOF SET Gold is an enduring asset, and is a good investment in times of global economic uncertainty. Symbols of liberty, freedom, courage, and spirit are elegantly represented in this extraordinary collection. It makes a perfect gift for someone very special in your life!   Each coin is encapsulated in a plastic case, and mounted in the velvet protective case shown. A Certificate of Authenticity is included from the United States Mint certifying that the coins are proof versions of the one ounce ($50 denomination), one-half ounce ($25), one-quarter ounce ($10), and one-tenth ounce ($5) US gold bullion coins. Each coin features a family of eagles, with the male eagle carrying an olive brach and flying above a nest containing a female eagle and hatchlings. On the reverse side is a design symbolic of Liberty -- a version of Augustus Saint-Gaudens' full-length Liberty with flowing hair, holding a torch in her right hand and an olive branch in her left. Proof coins are extraordinarily brilliant, with sharp relief and a mirror-like background. This set of coins was purchased directly from the US Mint in 2001, and has been carefully stored in a smoke-free environment.   Free overnight shipping and insurance. Payments by Paypal accepted. Payments should be made within 48 hours of the end of the auction. No returns or refunds. Thank you for your interest!   Place a Bid!