2012 marks the fourth year for the US Mint’s principles of the Preamble program for American Eagle 1 oz. Platinum Proof Coins. From 2009 to 2014 each year will bring a newly designed reverse showcasing the Preamble theme. The reverse design features a Revolutionary War minuteman with a rifle in his left hand and a book clutched in his right. The coin will be available for purchase August 9, 2012 at 12:00 Noon (ET) directly from the mint.
2009–To Form a More Perfect Union
2010–To Establish Justice
2011–To Insure Domestic Tranquility
2012–To Provide for the Common Defence
2013–To Promote General Welfare
2014–To Secure the Blessings of Liberty to Ourselves and our Posterity
| American Eagle Platinum Proof 1 oz. |
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| Years of mintage | 2012 |
| Value | $100 US Dollars |
| Mass | 31.120 g |
| Diameter | 32.7 mm |
| Edge | reeded |
| Composition | 0.9995 platinum |
| Platinum weight | 1.000 troy oz. |
| Mint marks | W – West Point & American Eagle Privy Mark |
| Mintage limit |
15,000 |
| Design | “To Provide for the Common Defence” |