Authorized by Congress in 1996, the American Platinum Eagle became the first official platinum bullion coin of the United States. Beginning in 1997, the Mint struck four sizes annually: 1 oz ($100 face value—the highest of any U.S. coin), 1/2 oz ($50), 1/4 oz ($25), and 1/10 oz ($10).
Each year, the Mint issued both a Mint State version for bullion investors and a Proof version for collectors.
Proof Rarity & Collectibility
Program Changes
Starting in 2009, the Mint discontinued the Mint State versions, continuing production only of the 1 oz Proof coin. Adding to their appeal, the Platinum Eagle series is the only U.S. precious metals program with annually changing reverse designs, inspiring many collectors to pursue Date Run sets featuring one example from each year of issue.
Certified Proof 70 Platinum Eagles stand apart from bullion, as their value is based on rarity and condition rather than fluctuations in the commodities market. This has made them historically more stable and resilient compared to platinum bullion alone.
The U.S. Gold Bureau recommends Proof 70 Platinum Eagles as a strategic long-term asset—ideal for portfolio diversification, wealth preservation, and protection against economic uncertainty.
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The Ultimate Platinum Eagle Investment
The Platinum Eagle Date Run represents one of the rarest and most prestigious opportunities in modern numismatics. This collection includes 12 four-coin Proof Sets from 1997 to 2008 and 1 oz Proof coins from 2009 through 2024.
In total, this Date Run contains 64 of the finest Platinum Eagles ever struck, with 100% of the coins certified in perfect Proof 70 condition.
Thanks to the meticulous efforts of our veteran numismatists, we have assembled this complete Date Run in its entirety—an achievement that is virtually impossible for most collectors to replicate. For those seeking a portfolio centerpiece, this offering is a truly once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
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Containing 99.95% pure platinum, the Platinum American Eagle is the official platinum bullion coin of the United States. The 1 oz coin carries a $100 face value—the highest denomination of any U.S. coin—measures 1.287 inches in diameter, and weighs 1.0005 troy ounces.
First introduced in 1997, Platinum Eagles have always been minted in limited numbers. Proof versions are struck at the West Point Mint and bear the prestigious "W" mint mark. Each coin is considered legal U.S. tender, with its weight and purity guaranteed by the U.S. Treasury Department.
Historical Notes and Curiosities
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