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
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 2007 NGC MS 69 Platinum Eagle 1 4 OZ Ounce 9995 25 Platinum Coin 425 Value $319.95 Time Remaining: 1h 56m Buy It Now for only: $319.95 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 2016 American Eagle One Ounce Platinum Proof Coin with Box and COA $1,599.95 Time Remaining: 3h 21m Buy It Now for only: $1,599.95 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 US 10 Eagle 1 10 oz Platinum Coin 1999 Uncirculated $159.99 Time Remaining: 3h 58m |
 2016 AMERICAN EAGLE PLATINUM PROOF ONE OUNCE COIN Sold Out Very Low Mintage $1,649.00 Time Remaining: 10h 52m Buy It Now for only: $1,649.00 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 2008 10 PLATINUM EAGLE COIN BULLION 1 10ozNGC MS 70 $359.99 Time Remaining: 11h 45m Buy It Now for only: $359.99 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 American Eagle 2016 One Ounce Platinum Proof Coin Mint Sealed Box $1,649.00 Time Remaining: 13h 29m Buy It Now for only: $1,649.00 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 AUSTRALIAN WEDGE TAILED EAGLE 2018 1oz PLATINUM PROOF COIN $1,993.17 Time Remaining: 13h 45m Buy It Now for only: $1,993.17 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 6 Airtite Direct Fit A16 Coin Holders 1 10 ounce Platinum American Eagle 16mm $5.20 Time Remaining: 16h 10m Buy It Now for only: $5.20 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 5 Airtite Direct Fit A16 Coin Holders 1 10 ounce Platinum American Eagle 16mm $4.70 Time Remaining: 16h 20m Buy It Now for only: $4.70 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 2003 1oz Platinum layered American Mint 100 Proof Eagle Commemorative Coin $5.00 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 22h 40m |
 2008 10 PLATINUM EAGLE COIN BULLION 1 10 ozNGC MS 70 GEM RARE LQQK $369.99 Time Remaining: 1d 2h 32m Buy It Now for only: $369.99 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 2007 3 coin platinum and gold and silver eagle pcgs Set MS 70 Pcgs Firt strike $15,750.00 Time Remaining: 1d 3h 50m Buy It Now for only: $15,750.00 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |