2021 (W) Proof Palladium Twenty Five Dollar

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The 2021 (W) Proof Palladium Twenty Five Dollar is a proof palladium coin struck at the West Point Mint, part of the American Palladium Eagles 2017 to Date series. The Mint sold 5,170 proofs dated 2021. The obverse features young Liberty wearing a winged Phrygian cap, symbolizing freedom of thought — often called the "Mercury" dime despite not depicting the Roman god — Adolph Weinman's Mercury Dime design adapted for the palladium program and the reverse displays an eagle with wings raised, holding a branch, adapted from Weinman's 1907 American Institute of Architects medal. As a proof issue, this coin was struck multiple times on specially prepared polished planchets using polished dies, producing mirror-like fields and frosted design elements. Struck at the West Point Mint, originally a bullion depository that became a full coin production facility, specializing in commemorative and bullion issues. Struck in 99.95% palladium, weighing 31.12 grams, 34.03 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #889329.