2018-W Proof $25 Palladium Eagles

About the $25 Palladium Eagles

The United States Mint released its first ever 1-ounce palladium bullion coins in 2017 as part of the American Eagle series. The coins contain one troy ounce of .9995 fine palladium and are backed by the U.S. government. The coins, designed by US Mint sculptor-engraver Michel Menna, feature two different reverse images, one depicting The Pallas Athena and the other featuring an eagle in flight. These palladium bullion coins come in three varieties: proof coins, uncirculated coins, and bullion coins. The bullion version has no mint mark, while the proof has a P mint mark and the uncirculated coins have a W mint mark.

The 2017-present $25 Palladium Eagles have a face value of $25 and measure 32.7 millimeters in diameter. They contain one troy ounce of .9995 fine palladium with a total weight of 31.120 grams. The coins have a fineness of .9995 and are composed of an alloy of 0.75 for copper, 0.1 for zinc, and balance for palladium.

The obverse side of the Palladium Eagles feature the original artwork of American sculptor and engraver Adolph Weinman's Walking Liberty design found on the half dollar form 1916-1947. The reverse features two design options: The Pallas Athena, and an eagle in flight, both by US Mint sculptor and engraver, and John Mercanti. The Pallas Athena design features the goddess fully armed and dressed in armor while the eagle-in-flight reverse features an eagle in mid-flight with its wings outstretched.

The 2017 $25 Palladium Eagle Bullion Coins are unanimously sought by collectors and investors alike due to their rarity and the metal's growing appeal. The coins are available for purchase on numerous rare coin dealers' websites and also through popular online auction sites. Prices for these coins can vary from year to year, depending on metal prices.

Overall, the 2017-present $25 Palladium Eagles Bullion coin is a great way to invest in precious metals. They are highly sought after for their beauty and rarity, and the fact that they are backed by the US government makes them an attractive investment. Whether you are a seasoned rare coin collector or a novice investor, investing in the 2017-present $25 Palladium Eagles Bullion coin is sure to bring success and satisfaction.

The 2018-W Proof $25 Palladium Eagles coin, has a total mintage of 14,986, struck at the West Point, New York mint, and engraved by Adolph A. Weinman. Made of palladium (.9995), weighing 31.12 grams, with a diameter of 34.036 mm, and a thickness of 3 mm, and featuring a reeded edge.

The obverse is a high-relief likeness of winged liberty aka mercury dime. It reads “LIBERTY IN.GOD WE.TRUST AW 2017”. The reverse is a high-relief version of weinman's 1907 american institute of architects (aia) gold medal's reverse. an eagle holding a branch in its talon and beak. It reads “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA $25 1 OZ. Pd .9995 FINE E PLURIBUS UNUM”.