American Platinum Eagle (1 oz) melt value
United States, 1997–present. Contains 1 troy oz of pure platinum. The value below updates with the live spot price.
Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Years | 1997–present |
| Composition | .9995 fine platinum |
| Total weight | 31.12 g |
| Purity | .9995 (99.95% platinum) |
| Pure platinum | 31.103 g (1 troy oz) |
| Diameter | 32.7 mm |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Obverse design | John Mercanti (Statue of Liberty), later designs vary |
| Reverse design | Thomas D. Rogers Sr. (eagle) on bullion issues |
| Face value | $100.00 |
Specifications: U.S. Mint specifications and U.S. coinage law.
Common questions
How much platinum is in a American Platinum Eagle (1 oz)?
A American Platinum Eagle (1 oz) contains 1 troy ounces (31.103 grams) of pure platinum. It weighs 31.12 grams in total and is .9995 fine.
How is the melt value of a American Platinum Eagle (1 oz) calculated?
Multiply the pure platinum content (1 troy oz) by the current platinum spot price. The calculator on this page does this automatically with live prices.
What will a dealer pay for a American Platinum Eagle (1 oz)?
Bullion coins and bars are usually bought close to the spot value of their metal content, while dealers sell them at a premium over spot. Ask any buyer what percent of melt they are paying and compare.
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Melt value is an estimate of metal content at spot price. It is not an offer, appraisal or measure of collector value.