General Coin Information
The American Eagle Platinum Bullion Coin is made from the the world's rarest precious metal, platinum. Available in one ounce, one-half ounce, one-quarter ounce and one-tenth ounce sizes, they carry a face value of $100, $50, $25 and $10 respectively.
Of course, these values are only for symbolic and legal tender purposes, but the fact that the one ounce coin shows a monetary worth of $100 (the highest of any coin ever from the US) signifies a much greater assessment. Usually the value of a coin is determined from its limited mintage, rarity, condition and age. However, in the case of these investment bullion coins, the true value is generally based on the market price of the amount of platinum each coin contains.
Guaranteed by the US Government for content, weight and .9995 purity, these coins are sought after by those wanting to invest in precious metals. Their price is determined by the platinum content, to which a small premium is added to absorb minting, distribution and marketing costs.
In 2009, the US Mint cancelled the production of the bullion Platinum Eagles and only struck the related Proof Platinum Eagle. As of 2011, the bullion Eagles have yet to make a return.
Obverse Design
"Portrait of Liberty" designed by John Mercanti symbolizes Lady Liberty looking toward future on the obverse of the Platinum Bullion coin. The year, "LIBERTY", "E PLURIBUS UNUM" and "IN GOD WE TRUST" are shown as well.
Reverse Design
Designed by Thomas D. Rogers, the reverse features an eagle, soaring above America with the sun in the background. "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA", "1 OZ.", "$100" and ".9995 PLATINUM" are also visible.
American Eagle Platinum Bullion Coin Specifications
| Mint: United States Mint Mintmark: None Finish/Condition: BU Metal Content: .9995 Fine Platinum Weight: 31.12 g, 15.56 g, 7.78 g, 3.112 g Diameter: 32.7 mm, 27 mm, 22 mm, 16.5 mm Thickness: 2.39 mm, 1.75 mm, 1.32 mm, 0.95 mm Edge: Reeded Mintage Limit: Determined by demand Face Value: $100, $50, $25, $10 Obverse Designer: John Mercanti Reverse Designer: Thomas D. Rogers |
American Eagle Platinum Bullion Coin Auctions
 |
 2004 American Eagle 25 1 4 oz Platinum Coin NGC Graded MS70 $399.99 Time Remaining: 1h 5m Buy It Now for only: $399.99 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 2 MAGNICAP 2x2 Coin Holder Capsule 1 10oz 10 Platinum Eagle Magnifier 16mm Case $8.49 Time Remaining: 1h 7m Buy It Now for only: $8.49 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 Platinum Eagle Coin 1 oz 2005 3116 Hobby Art Antique Currency Coin Rare C03 $3,149.00 Time Remaining: 1h 51m Buy It Now for only: $3,149.00 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 1998 USA 25 Platinum Eagle 1 2 oz Coin PCGS MS 69 9976769 3350601 GEM BLAZER $599.99 Time Remaining: 2h 17m Buy It Now for only: $599.99 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 2004 Quarter Ounce Platinum Eagle P25 Coin NGC MS 70 $270.00 (44 Bids) Time Remaining: 4h 23m |
 2004 Quarter Ounce Platinum Eagle P25 Coin NGC MS 70 $275.00 (13 Bids) Time Remaining: 4h 23m |
 2004 Quarter Ounce Platinum Eagle P25 Coin NGC MS 70 $270.00 (11 Bids) Time Remaining: 4h 24m |
 2004 Quarter Ounce Platinum Eagle P25 Coin NGC MS 70 $270.00 (23 Bids) Time Remaining: 4h 24m |
 1997 100 EAGLE COIN LAYERED IN 9995 PLATINUM LIMITED EDITION AMERICAN MINT $35.00 Time Remaining: 5h 30m Buy It Now for only: $35.00 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 2007 10th Anniversary Platinum American Eagle Coin Set $2,500.00 Time Remaining: 5h 59m Buy It Now for only: $2,500.00 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 American Eagle One Ounce Platinum Proof Coin Custom Stainless Steel Watch $16.40 Time Remaining: 6h 24m Buy It Now for only: $16.40 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 2007 AMERICAN EAGLE 10TH ANN PLATINUM COIN SET BOX COA NO COIN $22.00 Time Remaining: 22h 9m Buy It Now for only: $22.00 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |