Answer
Jan 04, 2024 - 12:43 PM
Yes! This is an extremely interesting case in which an exception has been made, as outlined in section 31 USC 5112: Denominations, specifications, and design of coins. Despite not having a .995 fineness, the design and significance of Gold American Eagle coins are the reasons they are listed as items eligible for inclusion in an Individual Retirement Account (IRA). There's a reason why this coin is so extremely popular!
Source: https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=(title:26%20section:408%20edition:prelim)%20OR%20(granuleid:USC-prelim-title26-
section408)&f=treesort&edition=prelim&num=0&jumpTo=true#substru
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