American Eagle Palladium Coin Set for September 4 Release: What to Expect

The U.S. Mint is dropping the Reverse Proof 2025-W American Eagle palladium $25 coin on Sept. 4. Here's what coin collectors need to know.

Mark your calendars, coin enthusiasts! The U.S. Mint has officially set September 4th as the release date for the highly anticipated limited-edition Reverse Proof 2025-W American Eagle palladium $25 coin. Get ready to add another gem to your collection!

Palladium American Eagle: A September to Remember

While images of the struck 2025-W coin and the maximum mintage haven't been revealed yet, anticipation is building. The Mint last released a Reverse Proof American Eagle palladium coin in 2022, also from the West Point Mint in New York. That year, the maximum mintage was 7,500 coins, with 7,349 actually sold, according to the Mint's June 25, 2025, sales report.

What's New (and What's Not)

Expect the price for the 2025-W issue to be announced closer to the release date. As for the design, it's the same classic look we've come to love. The obverse rocks Adolph A. Weinman’s iconic Winged Liberty Head dime design from 1916, while the reverse features Weinman's original design for the American Institute of Architects gold medal.

Reverse Proof: A Closer Look

For those new to the game, a Reverse Proof finish is the inverse of a standard Proof. Instead of laser-frosted raised devices against mirror-polished fields, you get mirror-polished raised elements against laser-frosted fields. It's a subtle but striking difference.

The Specs

Like its predecessors, the American Eagle palladium coin contains 1-ounce of .9995 fine palladium. It's 32.7 millimeters in diameter and features a reeded edge.

A Brief History

The first American Eagle palladium $25 coins dropped in 2017 with a bullion finish. The first Reverse Proof version came out in 2019, with a maximum mintage of 10,000 coins. The Mint sold 9,740 of those.

Final Thoughts

September 4th is the day, folks! Keep an eye out for pricing announcements and get ready to snag this limited-edition coin. Whether you're a seasoned collector or just starting, the American Eagle palladium coin is a piece of American minting history you won't want to miss. Happy collecting!