Platinum Quarter Ounce 2007 American Eagle, Proof, Coin from United States - detailed information

Platinum Quarter Ounce 2007 American Eagle, Proof, Coin from United States
CoinPlatinum Quarter Ounce 2007 American Eagle, Proof

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 - including the quarter ounce, 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 Quarter Ounce is denominated with a face value of $25, but the intrinsic value of the metal is significantly higher.

After the first year of issue, there were two versions of the coin issued annually: bullion with the "definitive" soaring eagle reverse, and a proof with a different design every year.

This design is the second in the three-year Branches of Government Series dedicated to the three branches of U.S. government, and is dedicated to the Executive Branch.

The United States executive branch consists of the President, his or her advisers and various departments and agencies. This branch is responsible for enforcing the laws of the land. It has the following organisations and agencies: Executive Office of the President (known as the White House), The President's Cabinet (Federal Agencies), Independent Federal Agencies and Commissions, USAGov, The Federal Information Center (FIC), and USA Jobs.

MintWest Point Mint Mint MarkLetter W Total Mintage9,707
Obverse
United States / Platinum Quarter Ounce 2007 American Eagle, Proof - obverse photo

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: 2007. 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.

Obverse Inscription LIBERTY 2007 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Reverse
United States / Platinum Quarter Ounce 2007 American Eagle, Proof - reverse photo

The reverse design of the coin depicts an American bald eagle with outstretched wings, representing the Executive Branch of the U.S. Government. In front of the eagle, the top part of the Shield of the United States, which has thirteen stars in its upper section (representing the thirteen original states of the union), and thirteen vertical stripes below. Draped across the shield, a ribbon inscribed with FREEDOM on the right.

The designer's signature TC (handwritten T with a wavy top, below the right arm of which a small C - for Thomas (Tom) Cleveland) are on the shield below left; the engraver's initials PH (for Phebe Hemphill) are on the shield below right. The W mint mark of the West Point Mint is on the ribbon below left.

Around above, the inscription THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.

Around below, the precious metal content: 1/4 oz. .9995 PLATINUM (one quarter of a troy ounce of 99.95% platinum), followed by the face value $25 (twenty-five U.S. dollars).

Reverse Inscription THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 1/4 oz. .9995 PLATINUM $25
EdgeMilledEdge InscriptionNone
Notes

Finish: proof (6,017 coins) or burnished uncirculated (3,690).

The 2007-W platinum proof quarter ounce was issued individually boxed in a black velvet booklet-style folder with a Certificate of Authenticity, or in a four-coin set.

Issued in Set
2007 American Eagle Platinum Proof Four-Coin Set, mintage unknown
4 coins: 2007-W 1 oz Platinum, 2007-W 1/2 oz Platinum, 2007-W 1/4 oz Platinum, 2007-W 1/10 oz Platinum
Platinum Quarter Ounce 2007 American Eagle, Proof: Known varieties
Variety Burnished Finish
Images United States / Platinum Quarter Ounce 2007 American Eagle, Proof / Burnished Finish - obverse photo United States / Platinum Quarter Ounce 2007 American Eagle, Proof / Burnished Finish - reverse photo
Mintage Issued: 3,690 (included in total)
Details

Brilliant Uncirculated coin with a "burnished" (smooth) finish. Issued in protective capsule and box with a Certificate of Authenticity, or in a four-coin set.

In Set 2007 American Eagle Platinum Uncirculated Four-Coin Set, mintage unknown
4 coins: 2007-W 1 oz Platinum, 2007-W 1/2 oz Platinum, 2007-W 1/4 oz Platinum, 2007-W 1/10 oz Platinum
Variety Frosted FREEDOM
Images United States / Platinum Quarter Ounce 2007 American Eagle, Proof / Frosted FREEDOM - obverse photo United States / Platinum Quarter Ounce 2007 American Eagle, Proof / Frosted FREEDOM - reverse photo
Mintage Issued: 21 (included in total). Rarity: R7 (Highest rarity possible, 3 or less examples known)
Details

Some time after the coins were released, an example of a proof coin was discovered where the inscription FREEDOM on the reverse is frosted like the ribbon on which it is placed, and not mirror-polished as on most coins. This was initially attributed to a mint error, and later to a change in design.

The U.S. Mint later confirmed that up to 21 coins may have been minted like this, before the die was changed. Of these, only two examples are known to be available to collectors; the others have presumably not been released and are still at the Mint.

All (23) coins of type: Platinum Quarter Ounce - American Eagle
Coin NameMintageLegend
Platinum Quarter Ounce 1997 American Eagle 45,728 LIBERTY 1997 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Quarter Ounce 1998 American Eagle, Bullion 38,887 LIBERTY 1998 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Quarter Ounce 1998 American Eagle, Proof 14,873 LIBERTY 1998 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Quarter Ounce 1999 American Eagle, Bullion 39,734 LIBERTY 1999 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Quarter Ounce 1999 American Eagle, Proof 13,507 LIBERTY 1999 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Quarter Ounce 2000 American Eagle, Bullion 20,054 LIBERTY 2000 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Quarter Ounce 2000 American Eagle, Proof 11,995 LIBERTY 2000 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Quarter Ounce 2001 American Eagle, Bullion 21,815 LIBERTY 2001 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Quarter Ounce 2001 American Eagle, Proof 8,847 LIBERTY 2001 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Quarter Ounce 2002 American Eagle, Bullion 27,405 LIBERTY 2002 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Quarter Ounce 2002 American Eagle, Proof 9,282 LIBERTY 2002 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Quarter Ounce 2003 American Eagle, Bullion 25,207 LIBERTY 2003 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Quarter Ounce 2003 American Eagle, Proof 7,044 LIBERTY 2003 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Quarter Ounce 2004 American Eagle, Bullion 18,010 LIBERTY 2004 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Quarter Ounce 2004 American Eagle, Proof 5,193 LIBERTY 2004 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Quarter Ounce 2005 American Eagle, Bullion 12,013 LIBERTY 2005 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Quarter Ounce 2005 American Eagle, Proof 6,592 LIBERTY 2005 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Quarter Ounce 2006 American Eagle, Bullion 12,001 LIBERTY 2006 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Quarter Ounce 2006 American Eagle, Proof 10,489 LIBERTY 2006 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Quarter Ounce 2007 American Eagle, Bullion 8,402 LIBERTY 2007 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Quarter Ounce 2007 American Eagle, Proof 9,707 LIBERTY 2007 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Quarter Ounce 2008 American Eagle, Bullion 22,800 LIBERTY 2008 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Quarter Ounce 2008 American Eagle, Proof 6,634 LIBERTY 2008 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
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Platinum Quarter Ounce 2007 American Eagle, Proof: Details
CountryUnited States
CurrencyUS Dollar
Coin TypePlatinum Quarter Ounce - American Eagle
Issued2007
SymbolStatue of Liberty Bust
ReverseAmerican Eagle
Face Value25 (x Dollar)
Total Mintage9,707
CurrentYes
Material0.9995 Platinum
DesignerThomas Cleveland, Phebe Hemphill, John M. Mercanti
TechnologyMilled (machine-made)
ShapeRound
OrientationCoin Alignment (Axis 6)
Size22.0000 mm
Thickness1.3200 mm
Mass7.7800 g
OCC IDMXKD-OKQC-KYAD-OWQJ
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Platinum Quarter Ounce 2007 American Eagle, Proof: Photos
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2007-W $25 Statue of Liberty, DCAM (Proof)
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2007-W $25 Statue of Liberty, DCAM (Proof)
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2007-W 1/4 oz Proof American Platinum Eagle
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2007-W 1/4 oz Burnished American Platinum Eagle
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2007-W 1/4 oz Burnished American Platinum Eagle
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2007-W 1/4 oz Burnished American Platinum Eagle
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2007-W $25 Statue of Liberty Frosted FREEDOM, DCAM (Proof)
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2007-W $25 Statue of Liberty Frosted FREEDOM, DCAM (Proof)
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Platinum Quarter Ounce 2007 American Eagle, Proof: Catalogue Reference IDs
SourceReference ID
Krause, Standard Catalog of World CoinsUnited States KM# 415