The Platinum American Eagle program entered its second year of release in 1998. In the prior year, Platinum Eagles proved themselves popular with collectors and investors by selling over 100,000 ounces in less than six months. This more than doubled the initial sales goals that the Mint had set before the series was […]
The American Eagle Bullion coin program welcomed a new addition in 1997 when Platinum Eagles were first issued. This was also the first time the United States Mint issued a coin minted in platinum.
The 99.95% pure platinum coins were authorized as part of the Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations for Fiscal Year 1997 (PL 104-208). […]
The American Platinum Eagle is the official platinum bullion coin of the United States. The coins are offered as part of the American Eagle Bullion program, which also includes Gold Eagles and Silver Eagles.
Platinum Eagles contain .9995 fine platinum and are guaranteed by the United States Government for weight, content, and purity. Platinum Eagles […]