| Coin Type | Platinum Ounce - American Eagle |
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The American Platinum Eagle is the official platinum bullion coin of the United States. The coins were initially released by the United States Mint in several sizes and denominations, but in late 2008 the fractional denominations were discontinued, leaving only the one ounce. The Platinum Eagle is authorised by the United States Congress, and is backed by the United States Mint for weight, content, and purity. The Platinum Ounce is denominated with a face value of $100, but the intrinsic value of the metal is significantly higher.
The proof American Platinum Eagles are unique in the fact that they are the only U.S. bullion coins that have a yearly alternating design. Bullion versions are minted with the same design every year. While minted, the uncirculated Platinum Eagles matched the proof designs and were struck on burnished coin blanks with a "W" mint mark signifying West Point, further distinguishing them from the bullion versions. |
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Within a plain rim, the obverse of the coin shows the close-up bust of the Statue of Liberty. Around above in large letters, the word LIBERTY is partly obscured by the rays of Liberty's diadem.
In the right field, the date of issue: [year]. On three lines below that, the national motto IN GOD WE TRUST.
The designer's monogram JM, for John M. Mercanti, is above Liberty's shoulder on the left.
Around below left, the motto E PLURIBUS UNUM; translated from Latin, it means "Out of many, one" and signifies unity in diversity. |
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| Obverse Inscription |
LIBERTY [year] IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM |
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| Reverse | |
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The reverse design depicts an American eagle with outstretched wings soaring in the sky; behind, a sunrise, with the Sun's rays radiating behind the eagle.
On two lines above, the inscription UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.
On three lines in the right field, the precious metal content: .9995 PLATINUM 1 oz. (one troy ounce of 99.95% platinum).
In the exergue, the face value $100 (one hundred U.S. dollars).
In small letters near the rim around below right, the designer's initials TDR (for Thomas D. Rogers). |
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| Reverse Inscription |
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA .9995 PLATINUM 1 oz. $100 |
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| Edge | Milled | Edge Inscription | None |
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