2009 Proof Platinum Eagle
Despite the fact that the 2009 Platinum Eagle bullion coins have been canceled, the US Mint announced their intention to release a collectible Proof 2009 Platinum Eagle later this year. Each year since 1997, the US Mint has produced a collectible proof version of the platinum bullion coin for collectors. Since 1998, the coins have [...]
2009 Platinum Eagle Bullion Coins Canceled
For the first time since Platinum Eagles were introduced, the United States Mint will not produce platinum bullion coins. This comes after nearly a year of suspension and uncertainty.
The American Platinum Eagle was introduced in 1997 as the first and only investment grade platinum coin issued by the United States Mint. Sales of the coin [...]
2009-W Uncircualted Gold Eagles Canceled
The United States Mint expanded its line of collectible American Gold Eagle coins in 2006. They introduced the collectible uncirculated Gold Eagle, sometimes referred to as “Burnished Gold Eagles.” These coins are struck on specially burnished blanks and carry the “W” mint mark. As opposed to bullion coins, these were sold directly by the US [...]
2009 Proof Gold Eagles Canceled
The United States Mint has offered proof versions of the American Gold Eagle since 1986. These collectible versions of the popular bullion coins are minted using a special process where the coin is struck multiple times with specialized dies. The resulting coins feature sharp details and a cameo contrast of frosted raised elements and mirrored [...]
2009-W Uncirculated Silver Eagles Canceled
Continuing coverage of the fallout from yesterday’s US Mint announcement, the 2009-W Uncirculated Silver Eagle has been canceled. The 2009 Annual Uncirculated Dollar Coin Set, which would have contained this coin has similarly been canceled.
These represent coins which are typically produced for collectors as opposed to the bullion coins produced primarily for precious metals investors. [...]
