Obverse © United States Mint – Reverse © Heritage Auctions
Obverse © United States Mint – Reverse © Heritage Auctions
50 Dollars "American Platinum Eagle" Bullion Coinage
2002 year| Platinum (.9995) | 15.560 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2002 |
| Value | 50 Dollars (50 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Platinum (.9995) |
| Weight | 15.560 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#101843 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Bald eagle swooping down towards a trout leaping from a lake. In the background, there are snow capped mountains and trees of the American Northwest.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
.9995
PLATINUM
1/2 OZ.
W
$50
Engraver: Alfred Maletsky
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The American Platinum Eagle is the only platinum bullion coin produced by the United States Mint. It was first introduced in 1997 and has been minted annually since then. The coin's design features a bald eagle soaring above the earth on its reverse side, while its obverse side bears the portrait of Lady Liberty. The coin is made of .9995 fine platinum and weighs 15.560 grams. It has a face value of $50, although its actual value is much higher due to its platinum content and collectibility. The American Platinum Eagle is a popular choice among investors and collectors alike, and its unique design and high platinum content make it a standout among other bullion coins.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 W | 8772 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Dollars "American Platinum Eagle" (Bullion Coinage) 2002 coin.
