Platinum Tenth-Ounce 2006 American Eagle, Proof, Coin from United States - detailed information

Platinum Tenth-Ounce 2006 American Eagle, Proof, Coin from United States
CoinPlatinum Tenth-Ounce 2006 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 tenth-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 Tenth-Ounce is denominated with a face value of $10, 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 first in the three-year Branches of Government Series dedicated to the three branches of U.S. government, and is dedicated to the Legislative Branch.

The United States legislative branch is made up of the House and Senate, known collectively as the Congress. Among other powers, the legislative branch makes all laws, declares war, regulates interstate and foreign commerce and controls taxing and spending policies.

MintWest Point Mint Mint MarkLetter W Total Mintage13,749
Obverse
United States / Platinum Tenth-Ounce 2006 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: 2006. 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 2006 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Reverse
United States / Platinum Tenth-Ounce 2006 American Eagle, Proof - reverse photo

The reverse design of the coin depicts a seated "Legislative Muse" holding a book, flanked by two eagles perched on columns representing the bicameral legislature of the United States Congress.

The designer's initials JI (for Joel Iskowitz) are below left, on the muse's robe; the sculptor's initials DE (for Don Everhart) are below her foot on the right. The W mint mark of the West Point Mint is below left.

Around above, the inscription UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.

The face value $10 (ten U.S. dollars) is below right.

Below left, 1/10 oz. (one tenth of a troy ounce); around below, the precious metal content: .9995 PLATINUM (99.95% platinum).

Reverse Inscription UNITED STATES OF AMERICA $10 1/10 oz. .9995 PLATINUM
EdgeMilledEdge InscriptionNone
Notes

Finish: proof (10,205 coins) or burnished uncirculated (3,544).

The 2006-W platinum proof tenth-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
2006 American Eagle Platinum Proof Four-Coin Set, mintage unknown
4 coins: 2006-W 1 oz Platinum, 2006-W 1/2 oz Platinum, 2006-W 1/4 oz Platinum, 2006-W 1/10 oz Platinum
Platinum Tenth-Ounce 2006 American Eagle, Proof: Known varieties
Variety Burnished Finish
Images United States / Platinum Tenth-Ounce 2006 American Eagle, Proof / Burnished Finish - obverse photo United States / Platinum Tenth-Ounce 2006 American Eagle, Proof / Burnished Finish - reverse photo
Mintage Issued: 3,544 (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 2006 American Eagle Platinum Uncirculated Four-Coin Set, mintage unknown
4 coins: 2006-W 1 oz Platinum, 2006-W 1/2 oz Platinum, 2006-W 1/4 oz Platinum, 2006-W 1/10 oz Platinum
All (23) coins of type: Platinum Tenth-Ounce - American Eagle
Coin NameMintageLegend
Platinum Tenth-Ounce 1997 American Eagle 107,243 LIBERTY 1997 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Tenth-Ounce 1998 American Eagle, Bullion 39,525 LIBERTY 1998 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Tenth-Ounce 1998 American Eagle, Proof 19,847 LIBERTY 1998 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Tenth-Ounce 1999 American Eagle, Bullion 55,955 LIBERTY 1999 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Tenth-Ounce 1999 American Eagle, Proof 19,133 LIBERTY 1999 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Tenth-Ounce 2000 American Eagle, Bullion 34,027 LIBERTY 2000 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Tenth-Ounce 2000 American Eagle, Proof 15,651 LIBERTY 2000 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Tenth-Ounce 2001 American Eagle, Bullion 52,017 LIBERTY 2001 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Tenth-Ounce 2001 American Eagle, Proof 12,174 LIBERTY 2001 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Tenth-Ounce 2002 American Eagle, Bullion 23,005 LIBERTY 2002 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Tenth-Ounce 2002 American Eagle, Proof 12,365 LIBERTY 2002 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Tenth-Ounce 2003 American Eagle, Bullion 22,007 LIBERTY 2003 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Tenth-Ounce 2003 American Eagle, Proof 9,534 LIBERTY 2003 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Tenth-Ounce 2004 American Eagle, Bullion 15,010 LIBERTY 2004 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Tenth-Ounce 2004 American Eagle, Proof 7,161 LIBERTY 2004 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Tenth-Ounce 2005 American Eagle, Bullion 14,013 LIBERTY 2005 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Tenth-Ounce 2005 American Eagle, Proof 8,104 LIBERTY 2005 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Tenth-Ounce 2006 American Eagle, Bullion 11,001 LIBERTY 2006 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Tenth-Ounce 2006 American Eagle, Proof 13,749 LIBERTY 2006 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Tenth-Ounce 2007 American Eagle, Bullion 13,003 LIBERTY 2007 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Tenth-Ounce 2007 American Eagle, Proof 13,732 LIBERTY 2007 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Tenth-Ounce 2008 American Eagle, Bullion 17,000 LIBERTY 2008 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
Platinum Tenth-Ounce 2008 American Eagle, Proof 8,844 LIBERTY 2008 IN GOD WE TRUST E PLURIBUS UNUM
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Platinum Tenth-Ounce 2006 American Eagle, Proof: Details
CountryUnited States
CurrencyUS Dollar
Coin TypePlatinum Tenth-Ounce - American Eagle
Issued2006
SymbolStatue of Liberty Bust
ReverseAmerican Eagle
Face Value25 (x Dollar)
Total Mintage13,749
CurrentYes
Material0.9995 Platinum
DesignerJoel Iskowitz, Don Everhart, John M. Mercanti
TechnologyMilled (machine-made)
ShapeRound
OrientationCoin Alignment (Axis 6)
Size16.5000 mm
Thickness0.9500 mm
Mass3.1100 g
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2006-W 1/10 oz Proof American Platinum Eagle
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2006-W 1/10 oz Proof American Platinum Eagle
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2006-W 1/10 oz Proof American Platinum Eagle
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2006-W 1/10 oz Burnished American Platinum Eagle
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2006-W 1/10 oz Burnished American Platinum Eagle
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2006-W 1/10 oz Burnished American Platinum Eagle
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Platinum Tenth-Ounce 2006 American Eagle, Proof: Catalogue Reference IDs
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Krause, Standard Catalog of World CoinsUnited States KM# 389