1997-W American Platinum Eagle (1/2 oz) — Proof
American Platinum Eagle (1/2 oz)
- Year / Mint 1997 · W (West Point)
- Denomination $50
- Designer Mercanti obv / annual reverse
- Mintage —
- Melt Value ~$760.60
Schedule of Prices
| Grade | Ask | Sample |
|---|---|---|
| PF69 | $1,925 · $1,925 asking | 2 |
| PF70 | $1,400 · $2,000 · $2,150 · $4,500 asking | 4 |
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Listings observed 2026-10-25.
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Die Varieties
No die varieties recorded yet for this date.
Specifications
- Series American Platinum Eagle (1/2 oz)
- Denomination $50
- Designer Mercanti obv / annual reverse
- Composition 99.95% platinum
- Metal content 0.5 oz fine platinum — about $760 at metal (melt) value as of 2026-10-26 metals.dev
- Weight 15.56 g
- Diameter 27 mm
- Edge Reeded
- Mintage —
- Mint mark W
History
Proof striking, 1/2 oz, struck for collectors and sold separately from the bullion coin.
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