Overview
About the American Palladium Eagle
The Palladium Eagle contains one troy ounce of .9995 fine palladium. It was the US Mint's first palladium coin, and it hasn't been issued every year.
Palladium is a small, thinly traded market. Premiums over spot are usually higher than for gold or silver, and fewer dealers buy it back.
For background on the metal itself, see our palladium guide.
Reference
Specifications
| Issuer | US Mint |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| First year | 2017. Not issued every year. |
| Type | Bullion coin |
| Metal | Palladium |
| Purity | .9995 fine |
| Gross weight | 31.12 g (1.0005 troy oz) |
| Pure palladium content | 1 troy oz (31.103 g) |
| Diameter | 32.7 mm |
| Face value | $25 (US) |
| Available sizes | 1 oz |
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Melt value
$1,192.04
1 troy oz of pure palladium
Melt value is the metal content at spot. Dealers sell above it (the premium) and usually buy below it. Rare coins can be worth far more than melt.
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Look closer
Design
Design
The obverse is a high-relief version of Adolph Weinman's Winged Liberty, best known from the "Mercury" dime.
The reverse is adapted from Weinman's 1907 American Institute of Architects gold medal, showing an eagle holding a branch.
Watch out for
What to check when buying
- High premiums. Low mintages can push prices well above melt value. Compare with palladium bars if you want the metal itself.
- Proofs and reverse proofs. Collector versions sell for more than bullion. Know which one you're paying for.
- Thin market. Ask what a dealer would pay to buy it back before you buy.
Retirement accounts
IRA eligibility
Generally yes. At .9995 fine it meets the usual IRA purity standard for palladium. Rules change and custodians set their own lists, so confirm with your IRA custodian before buying.
IRA metal has to be held by a custodian in an approved depository, not at home.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
How much palladium is in an American Palladium Eagle?
An American Palladium Eagle (1 oz size) contains 1 troy oz (31.103 g) of pure palladium at .9995 fineness, in a coin weighing 31.12 g in total.
What is an American Palladium Eagle worth?
At the latest palladium spot price of $1,192.00 per troy ounce, the metal in one coin is worth about $1,192.00. Dealers sell above melt value (the premium) and usually buy back a little below it.
Can an American Palladium Eagle go in an IRA?
Generally yes. At .9995 fine it meets the usual IRA purity standard for palladium. Rules change and custodians set their own lists, so confirm with your IRA custodian before buying.
How can I tell if an American Palladium Eagle is fake?
Compare it with the published specs: a genuine 1 oz coin weighs 31.12 g and is 32.7 mm across. High premiums. Low mintages can push prices well above melt value. Compare with palladium bars if you want the metal itself. If you're unsure, ask an established dealer to test it.
This page is for general education only and isn’t financial, tax or legal advice. Melt value is an estimate of metal content, not a dealer quote, and prices may be delayed. Check current details with a dealer or a licensed adviser before making decisions.