Drescription: The $100 American Eagle Platinum Bullion Coin, introduced in 1997, is the only official investment-grade platinum coin from the U.S. Mint, containing 1 troy ounce of .9995 fine platinum with a $100 face value. It features John Mercanti’s close-up of the Statue of Liberty on the obverse and a soaring eagle on the reverse, often in Brilliant Uncirculated condition.

Key Specifications and Details

Legal Tender: Backed by the U.S. government with a $100 face value.

Obverse Design: Features a portrait of the Statue of Liberty (Lady Liberty), designed by John Mercanti.

Reverse Design: Displays an American bald eagle in flight with a sun rising in the background, designed by Thomas D. Rogers.

Condition: Commonly sold in Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) condition.

Significance: The coin is authorized by Congress and holds the highest denomination for a U.S. legal tender coin.