Kicking off the U.S. Mint’s September product lineup is the 2025-W $25 Reverse Proof American Palladium Eagle. Each coin, struck at the West Point Mint, contains one troy ounce of .9995 fine palladium.
The coin features the Mint’s signature reverse proof finish, characterized by frosted fields and mirror-like design elements. Produced on specially polished planchets and struck multiple times, these collector pieces exhibit heightened detail and visual clarity.
Adding to the appeal is the use of historic designs by Adolph A. Weinman, one of the world’s most renowned sculptors and a name long familiar to coin enthusiasts. More on those designs later.
American Palladium Eagle Series
Palladium Eagles debuted in 2017 with a bullion release, authorized under Public Law 111-303. The law mandates that each year’s coin employ a surface treatment distinct from the prior year’s.
Since then, the U.S. Mint has issued the following coins, with their reported sales:
- 2017 Bullion Palladium Eagle – 15,000
- 2018-W Proof Palladium Eagle – 14,986
- 2019-W Reverse Proof Palladium Eagle – 18,839
- 2020-W Uncirculated Palladium Eagle – 9,746
- 2021 Bullion Palladium Eagle – 8,700
- 2021-W Proof Palladium Eagle – 5,170
- 2022-W Reverse Proof Palladium Eagle – 7,439
- 2023-W Uncirculated Palladium Eagle – 5,779
- 2024-W Proof Palladium Eagle – 5,417, still available
In addition to varying mintages, prices for the series have fluctuated sharply. The 2018 Proof opened at $1,387.50, while the 2024 Proof debuted at $1,900.00. Most striking was the 2022 Reverse Proof, which launched at $3,050.00.
Palladium Eagle Designs and Specifications
Adolph A. Weinman’s artistry appears on both sides of the coin, as required by Public Law 111-303. The obverse carries his celebrated "Winged Liberty" portrait, first introduced on the 1916 Mercury dime, while the reverse presents an eagle motif adapted from the 1907 American Institute of Architects Gold Medal.
Obverse inscriptions include "LIBERTY," "IN GOD WE TRUST," "2025," and Weinman’s initials. A "W" mintmark confirms production at the West Point Mint.
The reverse bears "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "$25," "1 OZ. Pd .9995 FINE," and "E PLURIBUS UNUM."
American Palladium Eagle Specifications
| Denomination: | $25 |
|---|---|
| Finish: | Reverse Proof |
| Composition: | 99.95% palladium |
| Palladium Fine Weight: | 1.000 troy oz. |
| Diameter: | 1.340 inches (34.03 mm) |
| Edge: | Reeded |
| Mint and Mint Mark: | West Point – W |
| Privy Mark: | None |
Ordering, Price and Mintage
The 2025-W Reverse Proof American Palladium Eagle is available directly from the U.S. Mint through its palladium product page.
Initial pricing is set at $1,695, subject to weekly adjustments under the Mint’s precious metals pricing matrix. The maximum mintage is limited to 6,000 coins, with an initial household order limit of one.
