2018-W 1 oz Proof Platinum American Eagle - Life Preamble to the Declaration of Independence Series

### **2018-W 1 oz Proof Platinum American Eagle - Life - Preamble to the Declaration of Independence Series** Bullion Exchanges presents the first release in the US Mint three-year program entitled “Preamble to the Declaration of Independence Platinum Proof Coin Series”. This series design was inspired by the handwritten words from the Declaration of Independence and includes “Life” in 2018, “Liberty” in 2019, and “Happiness” in 2020. This series has been designed to reflect the foundation of American principles: life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. The 2018 obverse design features “Life” theme and showcases Lady Liberty teaching a small child to sow seeds in a field. She carries a sword to symbolize the need to defend life. The furrowed earth represents the forethought and labor required to sustain life. The tree and stream represent nature, suggesting the need to be good stewards of an environment that sustains life. The reverse depicts an eagle in flight carrying an olive branch with its talons. This artwork will remain the common reverse design for the entire series (2018 - 2020). The **[Platinum American Eagle Coins](file:///buy-platinum/coins/american-platinum-eagle)** were first released in 1997 and have featured the same obverse, a Liberty portrait, over the years. The reverse has cycled through different themes, including “Vistas of Liberty”, “Foundations of Democracy”, “The Preamble to the Constitution”, and “Torches of Liberty”. **Coin Features:** - Made from .9995 fine Platinum, with a weight of 1 oz. - Produced by the US Mint. - The first release in Preamble to the Declaration of Independence Platinum Proof Coin Series. - Coin comes with a beautiful proof finish. - Coin face value - $100 USD. - Coin comes packaged in its mint-issued presentation case along with the Certificate of Authenticity. - **Obverse:** Features Lady Liberty planting seeds in a field alongside a child. Inscriptions: “LIFE”, “IN GOD WE TRUST”, “E PLURIBUS UNUM”, “LIBERTY”, and the year of mintage. Designed by Justin Kunz. - **Reverse:** Showcases an eagle in flight carrying an olive branch with its talons. Inscriptions: “$100”, “1 oz”, “United States of America”, “.9995 Platinum”. The West Point “W” mintmark can be also seen on this side. Designed by Patricia Morris. Bullion Exchanges offers you an exceptional collection of spectacular bullion from renowned mints all over the world. Add this beautiful coin your portfolio today, and it will be carefully packaged and shipped to you in no time. For any questions, just call us at 800.852.6884, or send us a message, and we will happily assist you.