Thoughts on a New American Palladium Eagle Acquisition

Hi! This is my first post so hopefully I’m going about this correctly.

I recently purchased a 2017 American Palladium Eagle from Apmex via EBay. I figure despite the relatively high price tag this is probably the one series I can hope to play catch up on and then buy as new items are released and be able to say I have the full series. Well, until that money needs to go to fix a roof leak or to college tuition but we can all dream, right?

I’m proud to take taken the first step in this collection but also somewhat nervous about this being a truly perfect MS-70 coin (especially given the price!)

I cleaned the slab with a microfiber cloth and went over it with a loupe. I didn’t see anything the sent up red flags but I’m no expert. Unfortunately the local coin stores are closed due to COVID so I can’t get a second opinion very easily.

Any thoughts? Here is the coin in question! I can post more photos if that is helpful!

 

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I am not going to make myself very popular with this post but I don't like to mix bullion and numismatics. I also don't think just because of an MS70/PR70 label, the modern coin inside the slab should be worth a big premium. I noticed the label says "Early release" which is one more good reason to ignore this kind of coins.

 

@Direwolf1337

Well, since I'm already known for not being too popular with some folks here, I guess it won't matter if I agree with you.

To the OP:
1) No matter what, it's still just bullion. So, forget about numismatic value.
2) If you can't tell the difference between a 70 and a 69, buy the 69. You'll save yourself a ton of money.
3) Terms like Early Release, First Strike, First Day of Issue, etc. are nothing more than garbage attributes intended to squeeze more money out of a sucker.
~ Chris

 

cpm9ball@ Don't sell yourself short I always read your post and value the honest opinions. First, early, day of Issue blah- blah.

 

First off welcome to CT.

I like your coin, it looks pretty clean to me. Good luck on collecting what you like.

 

I don’t own one, but I think that’s one of the sharpest looking US Mint entries of recent memory. Enjoy your ownership!

 

Personally, although this is a bullion coin, I think the 15,000 mintage does give it some numismatic appeal.

 

Very nice looking coin and I hope it appreciates for you. In the meanwhile, enjoy the coin.

 

I like the design on both sides.
I think I like the eagle better than the eagle on the ASE and AGE.

 

Thanks all - I appreciate the feedback!