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2011-W NGC PF70 $100 Platinum American Eagle
$1950
The year 2011 marked the fifteenth year of production of the Proof Platinum American Eagle series. Only Proof versions of the Platinum American Eagle were available that year as the bullion version was suspended for the third consecutive year. The U.S Mint continued its design series for the Proof Platinum coin which features the concept “To Insure Domestic Tranquility”. The reverse design carries the image of a harvest goddess emerging from a field of wheat, intended to symbolize the vastness of the nation and diversity of views. In 2011 the Mint struck 14,791 one-ounce proof Platinum American Eagles which represented nearly a 50% increase in overall mintage when compared to the previous year. Less than 6% of the coins struck have received the perfect PF70 grade by NGC.
2011-W NGC PF70 $100 Platinum American Eagle
2011-W NGC PF70 $100 Platinum American Eagle
- 1 of only 874 in NGC population!
- Perfect Proof 70
- The obverse features the face of the famous Statue of Liberty, as she is also raising her arm. The reverse depicts design the image of a harvest goddess emerging from a field of wheat, intended to symbolize the vastness of the nation and diversity of views.
- United States Legal Tender
2011-W PCGS PF70 $100 Platinum American Eagle
$1852.50
The year 2011 marked the fifteenth year of production of the Proof Platinum American Eagle series. Only Proof versions of the Platinum American Eagle were available that year as the bullion version was suspended for the thirdThe year 2011 marked the fifteenth year of production of the Proof Platinum American Eagle series. Only Proof versions of the Platinum American Eagle were available that year as the bullion version was suspended for the third consecutive year. The U.S Mint continued its design series for the Proof Platinum coin which features the concept “To Insure Domestic Tranquility”. The reverse design carries the image of a harvest goddess emerging from a field of wheat, intended to symbolize the vastness of the nation and diversity of views. In 2011 the Mint struck 14,791 one-ounce proof Platinum American Eagles which represented nearly a 50% increase in overall mintage when compared to the previous year. Less than 6% of the coins struck have received the perfect PF70 grade by NGC. consecutive year. The U.S Mint continued its design series for the Proof Platinum coin which features the concept “To Insure Domestic Tranquility”. The reverse design carries the image of a harvest goddess emerging from a field of wheat, intended to symbolize the vastness of the nation and diversity of views. In 2011 the Mint struck 14,791 one-ounce proof Platinum American Eagles which represented nearly a 50% increase in overall mintage when compared to the previous year. Less than 6% of the coins struck have received the perfect PF70 grade by NGC.
2011-W PCGS PF70 $100 Platinum American Eagle
2011-W PCGS PF70 $100 Platinum American Eagle
- 1 of only 705 in PCGS population!
- Perfect Proof 70
- The obverse features the face of the famous Statue of Liberty, as she is also raising her arm. The reverse depicts design the image of a harvest goddess emerging from a field of wheat, intended to symbolize the vastness of the nation and diversity of views.
- United States Legal Tender
2012-W NGC PF70 $100 Platinum American Eagle
$1800.25
The year 2012 marked the sixteenth year of production of the Proof Platinum American Eagle series. Only Proof versions of the Platinum American Eagle were available that year as the bullion version was suspended for the fourth consecutive year. The U.S Mint continued its design series for the Proof Platinum coin which features the concept “For the Common Defence.” The reverse design features a depiction of a diligent minuteman from the Revolutionary War era. In 2012 the Mint struck 9,081 one-ounce proof Platinum American Eagles which represented nearly a 40% decrease in overall mintage when compared to the previous year. Less than 9% of the coins struck have received the perfect PF70 grade by NGC.
2012-W NGC PF70 $100 Platinum American Eagle
2012-W NGC PF70 $100 Platinum American Eagle
- 1 of only 874 in NGC population!
- Perfect Proof 70
- The obverse features the face of the famous Statue of Liberty, as she is also raising her arm. The reverse depicts a diligent minuteman from the Revolutionary War era.
- United States Legal Tender
2013-W PCGS PF70 $100 Platinum American Eagle
$2750.25
The year 2013 marked the seventeenth year of production of the Proof Platinum American Eagle series. The U.S Mint continued its design series for the Proof Platinum coin which features the theme “To Promote the General Welfare.” The design featured a depiction of Young America against the backdrop of three interlocking gears intended to symbolize the interconnection of power between the federal, local, and state governments. In 2013 the Mint struck 5,763 one-ounce proof Platinum American Eagles which represented nearly a 40% decrease in overall mintage when compared to the previous year. Less than 8% of the coins struck have received the perfect PF70 grade by PCGS.
2013-W PCGS PF70 $100 Platinum American Eagle
2013-W PCGS PF70 $100 Platinum American Eagle
- 1 of only 447 in PCGS population!
- Perfect Proof 70
- The obverse features the face of the famous Statue of Liberty, as she is also raising her arm. The reverse depicts a Young America against the backdrop of three interlocking gears.
- United States Legal Tender
2014-W PCGS PF70 $100 Platinum American Eagle
$3675
The year 2014 marked the eighteenth year of production of the Proof Platinum American Eagle series. The U.S Mint continued its design series for the Proof Platinum coin which features the concept “To Secure the Blessings of Liberty to Ourselves and Our Posterity”, which would be the final design in the Foundations of American Democracy Series. The design carried a depiction of Young Liberty carrying a torch with the sun rising in the background over a gentle landscape. In 2014 the Mint struck 4,596 one-ounce proof Platinum American Eagles which represented nearly a 20% decrease in overall mintage when compared to the previous year. Less than 9% of the coins struck have received the perfect PF70 grade by NGC.
2014-W PCGS PF70 $100 Platinum American Eagle
2014-W PCGS PF70 $100 Platinum American Eagle
- 1 of only 256 in PCGSpopulation!
- Perfect Proof 70
- The obverse features the face of the famous Statue of Liberty, as she is also raising her arm. The reverse depicts a Young Liberty carrying a torch with the sun rising in the background over a gentle landscape.
- United States Legal Tender
2019-W NGC PF70 $100 Platinum American Eagle
$2300
The year 2019 marked the 23rd year of production of the Proof Platinum American Eagle series. The U.S Mint continued its Preamble Series with the "Liberty" coin. The obverse depicts Lady Liberty holding the flaming torch and wearing a wreath crown and holding an open book in her other hand with mountains and pioneers heading out West in the lower background. In 2019 the Mint struck 11,268 one-ounce proof Platinum American Eagles which represented nearly a 25% decrease in overall mintage when compared to the previous year. Less than 14% of the coins struck have received the perfect PF70 grade by NGC.
2019-W NGC PF70 $100 Platinum American Eagle
2019-W NGC PF70 $100 Platinum American Eagle
- 1 of only 1,533 in NGC population!
- Perfect Proof 70
- The obverse depicts Lady Liberty holding the flaming torch and wearing a wreath crown and holding an open book in her other hand with mountains and pioneers heading out West in the lower background. The reverse depicts a an eagle in flight carrying an olive branch with its talons.
- United States Legal Tender
Discover and Buy Top-Graded Old Platinum Metal Coins
Endeavor Metals is a Tier 1 dealer that finds specific coins for collectors through a vast network of connections. Whether you are a seasoned numismatist or a first-time investor looking to diversify your portfolio, you will find the finest low-population old platinum metal coins to buy here.
Various physical attributes and the year the coin was minted are assessed in the Sheldon Coin Grading Scale. This scale ranges from 1-70, with 70 being the best or the ”perfect” grade.
For a numismatic coin to achieve a “perfect” MS70 (Mint State 70) grade, numismatists look at the physical aspects of the coin. An MS70 grade means the coin has no marks, even when using an eye loupe or magnifier, a bright color, and an extraordinary luster and strike.
Grades 68-69 are still near-perfect levels. However, the main difference would be small, light marks that are visible upon closer inspection, but not visible to the naked eye.
The year of old platinum coins also plays a role in determining their numismatic value, as every year there is a different number of minted coins. Only so many coins will be graded. Among these few coins, a small percentage will be graded MS70. Therefore, MS70 coins have a higher appeal and scarcity than other platinum bullion coins due to their incredible rarity.
Famous Old Platinum Metal Coins to Buy
Compared to gold and silver numismatics, there aren’t very many rare platinum coins. The reason is simple, platinum’s coinage history is quite short! The first investment-grade bullion coin (the Platinum Noble) was released by the Isle of Man in 1983, and U.S. Mint platinum coins (American Platinum Eagles) have only been available since 1997.
Because even the old coins are still relatively new, now is the time to buy platinum metal coins for sale while they’re still easily attainable. Today’s platinum bullion coins are tomorrow’s collectibles. That said, there are some particular American Platinum Eagles that are especially desirable among collectors. Here’s a look at the modern classics.
Buy Fractional American Platinum Metal Eagles
⅒, ¼, and ½ oz. American Platinum Eagles are rare numismatics because they were discontinued in 2008. Since then, American Platinum Eagles have only been minted in 1 oz. sizes, so the older fractional pieces are quite difficult to come by these days. Although they’re not extremely old coins, their limited quantity sets them apart.
Buy 1997 American Platinum Metal Eagles
1997 is the coin’s first year of mintage, so it’s no surprise that collectors are so eager to own them. Because of their age, finding 1997 American Platinum Eagles with a perfect MS70 grade is quite challenging. We’re proud to have pristine versions, including fractional varieties.
⅒, ¼, and 1 oz. 2006 American Platinum Metal Eagles for Sale
2006 Platinum American Eagles are rare platinum coins because the U.S. Mint produced them in record low quantities at the time, with the exception of the ½ oz. coin. Naturally, the ⅒, ¼, and 1 oz. versions are quite scarce and highly coveted by collectors of low-population and old coins.
¼ and ½ oz. 2008 Burnished American Platinum Metal Eagles for Sale
Having been minted in quantities of only 2,481 and 2,253, respectively, ¼ and ½ oz. 2008 burnished American Platinum Eagles quickly became the rarest U.S. Mint platinum coins until 2016, when less than 1,300 First Spouse gold coins were sold.
At the time, gold and silver U.S. Mint coins were much more popular, and platinum’s volatile price shifts made investors wary. In addition to individual pieces, we offer complete sets of all four.
Important Factors to Consider Before Buying Old Platinum Metal Pieces
Investing in rare platinum coins can be quite profitable, but only if you take proper precautions. Some unscrupulous vendors sell counterfeits along with genuine coins with misleading grades and inflated prices. Follow our tips to protect your investment.
- Only buy platinum metal coins that have been graded according to the Sheldon Coin Grading Scale by one of the industry-standard, third-party grading services, the NGC or PCGS.
- Understand how to determine a numismatic coin’s value so you can recognize good and bad deals.
- Only purchase old coins from a trusted dealer.
Why Buy Platinum Metal Numismatics for Sale?
In contrast to standard U.S. Mint platinum coins, low-population and rare platinum coins are valued beyond their precious metal content. Many investors and collectors turn to numismatics because of their ever-growing scarcity. They are only available in limited quantities, and will always be highly coveted by enthusiastic coin collectors.
By buying platinum metal numismatics, you’re removing them from circulation, naturally decreasing the available supply on the market. With every passing year, numismatics become increasingly difficult to obtain, causing their value to increase. Besides being a high-potential investment vehicle, finding and collecting rare coins is a very rewarding hobby!
How to Start a Rare Platinum Coin Collection
As long as you follow the guidelines above, collecting low-population and old coins is easy, fun, and often lucrative. Starting a numismatic coin collection is as simple as buying the platinum metal coinage that interests you.
Some collectors prefer to buy coins with specific features. For example, you could build a set of all four U.S. Mint platinum coins from their first year of release in 1997. You could collect platinum bullion coins from all over the globe. Or, you could even seek out coins with minting errors.
Start by learning about coins to see if anything piques your interest. From there, the fun part begins, tracking them down. If you ever need a helping hand finding low-population and old coins, don’t hesitate to get in touch. We’re always happy to reach out to our vast network of connections to help you buy rare platinum metal coins.
Contact Us for a Free Consultation
Endeavor Metals brings more than 50 years of experience to the table. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Our in-house specialists can assist you in selecting the right products for your portfolio. In addition to platinum numismatics, we carry traditional bullion platinum coins, platinum bars, and platinum IRAs, as well as gold, silver, and palladium numismatics.
Purchase your old coins with full confidence, knowing that we are a member of multiple prestigious organizations, including the American Numismatic Association. We have a 4.9 Google star rating and an A+ accredited grade on the Better Business Bureau. Like all our products, these rare U.S. Mint platinum coins are backed by our 7-day, 100% money-back guarantee. Grow your coin collection, and add diversity to your investment portfolio.
FAQs
Why should I buy platinum metal numismatics for sale?
Platinum numismatics are worth more than their intrinsic platinum content due to their extreme rarity. They’re highly collectible. As time passes, old coins become increasingly difficult to obtain, naturally driving their value upward.
How do I build sets?
Building sets is a fun aspect of coin collecting, and you may see a significant return on your investment if you decide to sell a complete set. For example, you could seek out specific U.S. Mint platinum coins like the Platinum American Eagle from the first year they were minted (1997) up to the current year.
How do you determine the value of rare platinum coins?
There’s no guesswork involved in pricing our numismatics. Our old coins are always graded by established third-party grading services, the NGC (Numismatic Guaranty Company) and the PCGS (Professional Coin Grading Service). The coins are thoroughly evaluated by experts according to the Sheldon Coin Grading Scale.
What is the Sheldon Coin Grading Scale?
The Sheldon Coin Grading Scale runs from 0-70, with a score of 70 signifying that a coin is in perfect condition. Coins are graded according to their strike, luster, surface preservation, coloration, and eye appeal. The scale has remained the industry standard since 1949.
Should I buy platinum metal bullion or rare, old coins?
Both investment vehicles have their own unique benefits. Platinum bars and coins allow you to purchase the metal as close to its current spot price as possible. However, these products are typically widely available, so they’re not as desirable on the collector’s market.
Although platinum numismatics have a higher upfront cost, they offer outstanding long-term growth potential.
What if I can’t find a specific coin?
We stock an extensive collection of top-graded U.S. Mint platinum coins. But if you don’t see the rare platinum coins you’re looking for, give us a call. We have over 50 years of in-house experience and can reach out to our vast network of connections to help you track down old and rare platinum metal pieces for sale.
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