Investing In American Platinum Eagles

September 16, 2009 · Posted in Platinum Eagle Investment · Comment

For investing, American Platinum Eagle Coins are coins are appealing to anyone who is looking to add physical platinum to a portfolio that is diverified in precious metals. Far rarer than gold, and with it's exquisite beauty and valuable nature, the American Platinum Eagle Coins are the official platinum bullion of the United States, first released in 1997.

The American Platinum Eagle Coins come in 1/10, 1/4, 1/2 and 1 troy ounce of .9995 fine platinum. The coins values are $10, $25, $50 and $100 respectively.

For avid coin collectors, the American Platinum Eagle Coins are also made in proof and uncirculated mintage. The American Platinum Eagle Coins are extremely unique as they are the only coins that has a different design on the reverse side that changes annually. Additionally, these coins are considered to be a commodity versus a rare coin. For that reason, the American Platinum Eagle Coins can be put into person's Individual Retirement Account.

From the years of 1998-2002, the proof's reverse design was entitled, "Vistas of Liberty". On these editions, the American Bald Eagle is depicted in various places in the United States or in a theme representing the United States. For the years of 1997, 1998 and 2001, Thomas D. Rogers was the engraver. Al Maletsky was the engraver for the years 1999, 2000 and 2002. Maletsky also engraved the coin for 2003 and Donna Weaver was the engraver for 2004 and 2005.

During the years of 2006-2008, the American Platinum Eagle Coins had the theme of "The Foundations of Democracy" that depicted the three branches of government. The engravers were Don Everhart for 2006, Phebe Hemphill for 2007 and Charles Vickers for 2008.

The American Platinum Eagle Coins scenes on the reverse side are the following:

1997: An eagle gliding high above America

1998: A bald eagle soaring over New England with a scene of a rocky beach, lighthouse and a full moon

1999: A bald eagle flying above the Southeastern wetlands with an alligator coming up to the surface

2000: A bald eagle soaring over a Midwestern field with a house and barn

2001: A bald eagle flyer over a large Saguaro cacti of the Southwest

2002: A bald eagle swooping down on a lake with snow capped moutains and trees in the Northwest

2003: A eagle perched on a Rocky Mountain pine branch with an American Flag in the background

2004: A design inspired by Daniel Chester French's sculpture titled "America" outside the United States Customs House in New York City

2005: An American Bald Eagle perched on a heraldic sheild that depicts the symbols of American strength and beauty

2006: The "Legislative Muse", protected by two eagles sitting on columns that represent the two houses of Congress

2007: An American Bald Eagle representing the Executive Branch of government

2008: "Lady Justice" being protected by an American Bald Eagle in the background

The American Platinum Eagle Coins offer great artistry and value for any collector or investor. The variety of the scenes in the reverse allows each coin to be appreciated for its uniqueness and symbolism of the strength and beauty of America.