The mint announced and has begun taking orders on Platinum Uncirculated Eagles as well as Gold Eagles. I cannot find any discussion regarding rarity so I thought I would start one. The Uncircurlated Platinum Eagles carry the same reverse as the Proof, but do not carry the proof finish. This is a series that will continue, although the Mint will continue producting Bullion coins with the same reverse design as they have in the past. What I am seeking information and opinions on is: Do you think the mintage of 2006 Uncirculated Platinum Eagles direct from the mint will be greater or less than the proofs issued? I am interested because the proof mintages of Platinum Eagles was severly low last year? Example: 932 1/4 oz proofs for 2005. It seems like in a way the uncirculated platinum eagles will compete with the proofs? Do you think the Proofs or Uncirculated Eagles would be worth more in the future? Any thoughts on the Uncirculated Gold Eagles would also be appreciated. Thanks, Chris
Welcome to the Cointalk forums! I think you hit right on, with all the talk about 20th Anniversary Proof Sets, the Unc. Eagles (especially gold and platinum) will be way overlooked. Also, I don't think many casual collectors could afford both the Proofs and the Unc.'s, and chose to go with the proof Eagle Sets. I personally may pick up some fractional Gold Unc.'s if I can buy them somewhat close to spot.
That's probably because they aren't "rare". You can buy as many as your pocketbook will allow. Just guessing, but I'd say less. Tough call, Chris. I'd say both will closely follow the spot price of bullion.
