Bullion Coin Catalog > Platinum > US Eagle > 2002
2002 US Eagle 1-oz Platinum Proof Coin
Other Versions: [Brilliant Uncirculated]
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| Coin Specifications | |
| Platinum Content | 1 oz. |
| Purity | .9995 |
| Face Value | $100 |
| Series | Eagle |
| Year of Issue | 2002 |
| Mintage | 9,834 |
| Issue Limit | 14,000 |
Since its debut in 1997, the United States Mint's American Eagle Platinum Proof Coin has featured Lady Liberty on the obverse, a symbol of vigilance and resolute faithfulness to duty. Designed and sculpted by United States Mint Sculptor/Engraver John Mercanti, Lady Liberty again graces the obverse of the American Eagle Platinum Proof Coin in 2002.
Engraved by United States Mint sculptor/engraver Al Maletsky, the reverse of the 2002 American Eagle Platinum Proof Coin depicts a swooping eagle and a lake bordered by snowcapped mountains and trees.
The 2002 US Eagle 1oz Platinum Proof Coin was struck by the US Mint in the year 2002 and belongs to the Eagle series of platinum proof coins. Each .9995 fine platinum coin contains 1 troy ounce (31.1035 grams) of platinum and is legal tender with a face value of $100.
While the one ounce coins are generally the most popular amongst bullion investors, the American 2002 Eagle Platinum Proof coin also comes in fractional ounce sizes of half, quarter and one-tenth oz.
| Other Denominations for the 2002 US Eagle Platinum Proof Coin | |||
| Platinum Content | 1/2 oz | 1/4 oz | 1/10 oz |
| Face Value | $50 | $25 | $10 |
| Mintage | 8,772 | 9,282 | 12,365 |
| Issue Limit | 13,000 | 15,000 | 20,000 |
Other Years in the US Platinum Eagle Proof Series
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