Buy American Gold Eagles with Bank Wire — Lowest All-In Price
American Gold Eagles are the most liquid gold coin in the US market — and paying by bank wire removes the 3.5% card surcharge, giving you the lowest all-in price available. Wire + Eagles is the standard buying approach for serious US precious metals investors.
How It Works
1. Complete One-Time KYC Verification
All wire purchases over $1,000 require identity verification. Submit a government-issued photo ID. KYC is typically approved within 24 hours. You only need to verify once.
2. Select Your Eagle Size and Quantity
American Gold Eagles come in four sizes: 1 oz (most popular), 1/2 oz, 1/4 oz, and 1/10 oz. GoldBuller stocks all four. Volume pricing activates at 10+ coins (tube) and 500+ coins (monster box).
3. Initiate the Bank Wire
Lock your price for 15 minutes. Initiate a domestic Fedwire to GoldBuller's bank account — details provided in your order confirmation email. Include your order number in the wire memo field.
4. Eagles Ship in Original Packaging
Single coins ship in original US Mint capsules. Rolls of 20 ship in sealed mint tubes. All ship fully insured with signature required. Most US addresses receive within 2–5 business days.
Payment Method Comparison
| Method | Fee | Speed | Privacy | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bank Wire (1 oz Eagle) | $15–$35 wire fee | Same-day wire, ships next day | High | 10+ coin orders |
| Credit Card (1 oz Eagle) | 3.5% surcharge (~$120 on 2 coins) | Instant approval, ships next day | Low | 1–2 coin purchases only |
| Bitcoin (1 oz Eagle) | ~$1–$5 network fee | 60-min price lock | Pseudonymous | BTC holders converting to gold |
| Check / Money Order | $0 | Ships after 5–7 day clearance | Moderate | Non-urgent, no wire access |
Frequently Asked Questions
Are American Gold Eagles 24 karat gold?
No. American Gold Eagles are 22 karat (91.67% fine gold) with the remainder being silver and copper for hardness. However, a 1 oz Gold Eagle contains exactly 1 troy ounce of fine gold — identical fine gold content to a 24K bar.
Are American Gold Eagles IRA-eligible?
Yes. American Gold Eagles are specifically approved for inclusion in self-directed precious metals IRAs under IRS Publication 590-A. They must be stored at an IRS-approved depository — not at home.
What is the premium on American Gold Eagles vs. spot?
At GoldBuller, 1 oz American Gold Eagles typically carry a 5–8% premium over spot. Wire payment eliminates the additional 3.5% card surcharge, saving ~$120 per coin vs. credit card at $3,500/oz gold.
Can I buy fractional American Gold Eagles (1/10 oz) by wire?
Yes. GoldBuller accepts wire for all Eagle sizes. The 1/10 oz Eagle (~$250–$300 each) is popular for gifting. A minimum wire order of $500 covers approximately 2 fractional coins.
Start Buying Now
Complete KYC verification once — then buy with bank wire or Bitcoin any time, at the lowest premiums.
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