The hugely popular American Gold Eagle and American Platinum Eagle coins are collected by numismatists, stockpiled by investors, and treasured by precious metal buyers throughout the United States and around the world. Now, no less an expert than Edmund Moy-director of the U.S. Mint from 2006 to 2011-shares his unique insight and perspective on these beautiful pieces of Americana. Moy draws on his experience directing the Mint during a turbulent period of unprecedented growth, when silver, gold, and platinum bullion sales skyrocketed during the Crash of 2008 and the Great Recession. He takes you behind the scenes at the U.S. Treasury Department and into the back rooms and offices of the U.S. Mint. He lays out the history of America's bullion programs; explores the foundations and nuances of investing in precious metals; and shares his insight on many fascinating related topics.