Compare Platinum Prices — Bars & Coins
Find the lowest platinum prices across dozens of trusted bullion retailers, updated in real time. Whether you are buying sovereign platinum coins like American Eagles and Canadian Maple Leafs, or platinum bars from 1 gram to 1 kilo, this page compares dealer pricing side by side so you can see who has the best deal right now.
Platinum price today and platinum bullion prices move with spot; use the summary tables for a quick read on premiums, then drill into each coin or bar section for full listings.
Current platinum spot price: $1935.78 per troy ounce. All premiums below are calculated against this spot price. Platinum spot price today · Live platinum spot price chart · Find the cheapest platinum near spot
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Cheapest platinum coin prices by type
Representative size per program (usually 1 oz). Sorted by lowest premium per troy ounce. (31 product SKUs match our database.) Click column headers to sort.
| Coin type | Example product | Best dealer | Price | Premium $/oz | Premium % | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canadian Platinum Maple Leaf | 1 oz Platinum Maple Leaf - Random Year | Silver Gold Bull | $2027.00 | $91.22 | 4.71% | Dealer |
| Australian Platinum Kangaroo | Platinum Kangaroo Perth Mint - Random Year | Safe Haven Metal | $2049.65 | $113.87 | 5.88% | Dealer |
| Platinum Britannia | 1 oz Platinum Britannia Coin (Random Year) | Monument Metals | $2056.50 | $120.72 | 6.24% | Dealer |
| American Platinum Eagle | American 1 oz Platinum Eagle Random Date | Austin Rare Coins | $2116.40 | $180.62 | 9.33% | Dealer |
Cheapest platinum bar prices by size
Best representative listing per size class. Sorted by lowest premium per troy ounce (using the section’s reference weight).
| Bar size | Ref. troy oz | Best price | Premium $/oz | Premium % | Section |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 oz platinum bar | 1.00000 | $1964.80 | $29.02 | 1.50% | View tables |
| 10 oz platinum bar | 10.00000 | $20001.90 | $64.41 | 3.33% | View tables |
| 100 g platinum bar | 3.21507 | $6438.63 | $66.86 | 3.45% | View tables |
| 20 gram platinum bar | 0.64301 | $1307.54 | $97.67 | 5.05% | View tables |
| 10 gram platinum bar | 0.32151 | $682.18 | $186.04 | 9.61% | View tables |
| 50 g platinum bar | 1.60754 | $3411.08 | $186.15 | 9.62% | View tables |
| 5 g platinum bar | 0.16075 | $359.73 | $301.99 | 15.60% | View tables |
| 2.5 g platinum bar | 0.08038 | $188.96 | $415.15 | 21.45% | View tables |
| 1 g platinum bar | 0.03215 | $83.52 | $661.98 | 34.20% | View tables |
Platinum coin prices
Platinum coin prices from major sovereign programs — compare premiums below, or browse all platinum coins. For bargain hunting, see cheapest platinum coins near spot.
Platinum Eagle Prices
The American Platinum Eagle is the official platinum bullion coin of the United States, produced by the U.S. Mint since 1997. Struck from .9995 fine platinum with a $100 face value on the 1 oz issue, the Eagle has been offered in 1 oz, 1/2 oz, 1/4 oz, and 1/10 oz sizes (fractional sizes were not struck every year). Platinum Eagles are IRA-eligible and are among the most recognized platinum coins in North America.
| Product | Best dealer | Price | Premium/oz | Premium % | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| American 1 oz Platinum Eagle Random Date | Austin Rare Coins | $2116.40 | $180.62 | 9.33% | Dealer |
| 2026 1 oz Charters of Freedom Declaration of Independence Platinum Proof | APMEX | $2841.45 | $905.67 | 46.79% | Dealer |
| Product | Best dealer | Price | Premium/oz | Premium % | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Platinum Eagle 1/2 oz - Random Year | Silver Gold Bull | $1065.50 | $195.22 | 10.08% | Dealer |
| Product | Best dealer | Price | Premium/oz | Premium % | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Platinum Eagle 1/4 oz - Random Year | Bullion Exchanges | $569.99 | $344.18 | 17.78% | Dealer |
| Product | Best dealer | Price | Premium/oz | Premium % | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Platinum Eagle 1/10 oz - Varied Year | Bullion Standard | $298.52 | $1049.42 | 54.21% | Dealer |
Platinum Maple Leaf Prices
The Canadian Platinum Maple Leaf from the Royal Canadian Mint is struck from .9995 fine platinum with the iconic maple leaf design. The bullion series is most commonly traded in the 1 oz size and is widely recognized by dealers worldwide.
| Product | Best dealer | Price | Premium/oz | Premium % | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 oz Platinum Maple Leaf - Random Year | Silver Gold Bull | $2027.00 | $91.22 | 4.71% | Dealer |
| 2025 Maple Leaf $50 1 oz Platinum Coin | Summit Metals | $2082.91 | $147.13 | 7.60% | Dealer |
| 2026 Canadian Maple Leaf 1 oz Platinum Coin | eBay (apmex) | $5083.80 | $3148.02 | 162.62% | Dealer |
Platinum Britannia Prices
The Platinum Britannia extends the Royal Mint’s Britannia series into .9995 fine platinum. Bullion issues are available in multiple weights; the 1 oz coin is the most liquid. Britannias carry strong recognition in the UK and EU.
| Product | Best dealer | Price | Premium/oz | Premium % | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 oz Platinum Britannia Coin (Random Year) | Monument Metals | $2056.50 | $120.72 | 6.24% | Dealer |
| 2026 Great Britain 1 oz Platinum Britannia Coin BU | No live dealer prices in the last refresh window. | ||||
| Product | Best dealer | Price | Premium/oz | Premium % | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Britannia 1/10 oz Platinum Coin | Summit Metals | $225.25 | $316.72 | 16.36% | Dealer |
| 2026 Great Britain 1/10 oz Platinum Britannia Coin BU | eBay (aydin_coins) | $252.46 | $588.82 | 30.42% | Dealer |
Platinum Kangaroo Prices
The Australian Platinum Kangaroo from the Perth Mint features a annually updated red kangaroo design on .9995 fine platinum. The 1 oz bullion coin is a popular alternative to North American and European sovereigns.
| Product | Best dealer | Price | Premium/oz | Premium % | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Platinum Kangaroo Perth Mint - Random Year | Safe Haven Metal | $2049.65 | $113.87 | 5.88% | Dealer |
Platinum bar prices
Platinum bar prices by weight — bars typically beat coins on premium per ounce. Browse all platinum bars · Cheapest platinum bars near spot.
1 oz Platinum Bar Prices
Reference weight for this section: 1.00000 troy oz. At $1935.78 spot, melt ≈ $1935.78.
One-ounce platinum bars are the most popular size for retail investors, offering a strong balance of premium efficiency and liquidity. They are available from refiners such as Valcambi, PAMP Suisse, and Johnson Matthey. Bars listed here are typically .9995 fine platinum.
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| Product | Best dealer | Price | Premium/oz | Premium % | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 oz Platinum Bar | Bullion Exchanges | $1964.80 | $29.02 | 1.50% | Dealer |
| 1 oz Valcambi Platinum Bar | Bullion Exchanges | $2019.80 | $84.02 | 4.34% | Dealer |
| 1 oz Platinum Bar Argor-Heraeus | Bullion Exchanges | $2030.00 | $94.22 | 4.87% | Dealer |
| Pamp Suisse Fortuna 1 oz Platinum Bar | Bullion Standard | $2103.82 | $168.04 | 8.68% | Dealer |
| 1 oz Engelhard Platinum Bar | Bullion Exchanges | $2108.10 | $172.32 | 8.90% | Dealer |
1 Gram Platinum Bar Prices
Reference weight for this section: 0.03215 troy oz. At $1935.78 spot, melt ≈ $62.24.
One-gram platinum bars are an accessible entry point and popular for small gifts or dollar-cost averaging. Per-ounce premiums are higher than on 1 oz bars, but total dollar outlay is low.
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| Product | Best dealer | Price | Premium/oz | Premium % | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Gram Platinum Bar - Secondary Market | eBay (aydin_coins) | $83.52 | $662.04 | 34.20% | Dealer |
| Valcambi 1 gram Platinum Bar | Bullion Standard | $86.64 | $759.09 | 39.21% | Dealer |
2.5 Gram Platinum Bar Prices
Reference weight for this section: 0.08038 troy oz. At $1935.78 spot, melt ≈ $155.59.
2.5 gram bars sit between a single gram and a 5 gram bar — slightly more metal per purchase than 1 g with lower per-ounce premiums, without moving up to a full 5 g bar.
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| Product | Best dealer | Price | Premium/oz | Premium % | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valcambi 2.5 Gram Platinum Bar in Assay | Bullion Standard | $188.96 | $417.40 | 21.56% | Dealer |
10 oz Platinum Bar Prices
Reference weight for this section: 10.00000 troy oz. At $1935.78 spot, melt ≈ $19357.80.
Ten-ounce platinum bars offer lower premiums per ounce than 1 oz bars but tie up significantly more capital. Liquidity is thinner than for 1 oz, so compare bid/ask spreads when planning resale.
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| Product | Best dealer | Price | Premium/oz | Premium % | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 oz Platinum Bar - Secondary Market | SD Bullion | $20001.90 | $64.41 | 3.33% | Dealer |
5 Gram Platinum Bar Prices
Reference weight for this section: 0.16075 troy oz. At $1935.78 spot, melt ≈ $311.18.
Five-gram bars split the difference between 1 g and 1 oz: more metal per purchase than a single gram bar, with lower per-ounce premiums than the smallest sizes.
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| Product | Best dealer | Price | Premium/oz | Premium % | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valcambi 5 Gram Platinum Bar | Hero Bullion | $359.73 | $302.74 | 15.64% | Dealer |
10 Gram Platinum Bar Prices
Reference weight for this section: 0.32151 troy oz. At $1935.78 spot, melt ≈ $622.37.
10 gram Platinum Bars offer low premiums per ounce than smaller fractional bars, without the capital commitment of a full ounce.
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| Product | Best dealer | Price | Premium/oz | Premium % | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valcambi 10 Gram Platinum Bar | Monument Metals | $682.18 | $186.09 | 9.61% | Dealer |
20 Gram Platinum Bar Prices
Reference weight for this section: 0.64301 troy oz. At $1935.78 spot, melt ≈ $1244.74.
20 gram Platinum Bars offer low premiums per ounce than smaller fractional bars, without the capital commitment of a full ounce.
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| Product | Best dealer | Price | Premium/oz | Premium % | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Gram Platinum Bars (Secondary Market) | SD Bullion | $1307.54 | $97.67 | 5.05% | Dealer |
| Valcambi 20 Gram Platinum Bar | Monument Metals | $1317.13 | $112.63 | 5.82% | Dealer |
| 20 Gram PAMP Suisse Platinum Bar | eBay (rjbullionllc) | $2162.23 | $1426.86 | 73.71% | Dealer |
50 Gram Platinum Bar Prices
Reference weight for this section: 1.60754 troy oz. At $1935.78 spot, melt ≈ $3111.84.
Fifty-gram platinum bars (or a 50 g total combibar) bridge smaller gram weights and 100 g / 1 oz formats — useful when you want more bullion per purchase than 20 g without committing to a full 100 g bar.
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| Product | Best dealer | Price | Premium/oz | Premium % | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valcambi Platinum CombiBar - 50x 1 gram | Safe Haven Metal | $3411.08 | $186.15 | 9.62% | Dealer |
100 Gram Platinum Bar Prices
Reference weight for this section: 3.21507 troy oz. At $1935.78 spot, melt ≈ $6223.68.
One-hundred-gram platinum bars sit between common retail sizes of 1 oz (~31.1 g) and 10 oz. They typically carry lower per-ounce premiums than 1 oz bars from the same refiner and are a staple format from Valcambi, Argor-Heraeus, and others.
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| Product | Best dealer | Price | Premium/oz | Premium % | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 gram Platinum Bar - Valcambi | Hero Bullion | $6438.63 | $66.86 | 3.45% | Dealer |
| 100 gram Platinum Bar Argor-Heraeus | No live dealer prices in the last refresh window. | ||||
| 100 gram Generic Platinum Bar .995+ Fine (Secondary Market) | No live dealer prices in the last refresh window. | ||||
Why Buy Platinum? What Affects Platinum Prices?
Platinum is one of the rarest precious metals, roughly 15–20 times scarcer than gold in annual mine production. Its price is driven by a combination of investment demand and industrial use — roughly 40% of annual platinum production goes to automotive catalytic converters, with additional demand from jewelry, chemical, and electronics industries.
Spot price is the baseline for all platinum products. Unlike gold, platinum’s spot price is heavily influenced by industrial demand cycles, mining supply constraints (primarily from South Africa, which produces a large share of global supply), and automotive sector trends. Platinum has historically traded both above and below gold — the platinum-to-gold ratio is a key metric for value-oriented investors (also covered in our FAQ).
Dealer premiums on platinum tend to be higher than on gold because the platinum bullion market is smaller and less liquid. Expect premiums of roughly 3–5% on 1 oz platinum bars and higher percentages on fractional coins where minting volumes are limited.
Coins vs. bars: Platinum bars generally carry lower premiums because they are simpler to produce. Sovereign coins like Eagles and Maple Leafs offer government-guaranteed purity, legal tender status, and IRA eligibility. For larger purchases, bars offer premium efficiency; for recognition and liquidity, 1 oz coins are widely understood.
Platinum vs gold investment: Many investors use platinum as diversification within precious metals. The discount of platinum to gold in recent years has drawn attention from contrarians; both markets respond to different drivers, so combined exposure can reduce correlation risk.
Platinum at spot: Retail products are always spot plus a premium; closest-to-spot sorting helps you minimize that spread.
Platinum FAQ
What is the cheapest way to buy platinum?
The cheapest platinum by premium over spot is typically 1 oz platinum bars from private mints like Valcambi or PAMP Suisse, which often trade within 3–5% of melt value. Among coins, 1 oz Canadian Platinum Maple Leafs and Australian Platinum Kangaroos tend to carry slightly lower premiums than American Platinum Eagles. Secondary-market platinum coins can also offer savings over newly minted products.
Why are platinum premiums higher than gold premiums?
The platinum bullion market is significantly smaller than the gold market, which means lower production volumes, fewer dealers carrying inventory, and less competition to drive premiums down. Sovereign mints produce far fewer platinum coins than gold coins — for example, the U.S. Mint produces far fewer platinum Eagles annually than gold Eagles.
Is platinum a good investment in 2026?
Platinum currently trades at a significant discount to gold (roughly 0.6–0.7x the gold price), near historically low levels for the platinum-to-gold ratio. Bulls point to constrained South African mine supply, growing hydrogen economy demand for platinum catalysts, and the metal’s historical tendency to revert toward gold price parity. However, investment decisions should account for your portfolio goals and risk tolerance.
What sizes do platinum coins come in?
American Platinum Eagles are available in 1 oz, 1/2 oz, 1/4 oz, and 1/10 oz sizes. Canadian Platinum Maple Leafs are primarily available in 1 oz. The Royal Mint offers Platinum Britannias in 1 oz and 1/10 oz. One-ounce coins offer the lowest premiums per ounce, while fractional sizes (especially 1/10 oz) provide an accessible entry point for new platinum investors.
Are platinum bars or platinum coins a better buy?
Platinum bars generally carry lower premiums than coins, making them more cost-efficient per ounce. However, sovereign platinum coins offer government-backed purity guarantees, legal tender status, and IRA eligibility for qualifying coins. Coins are also more widely recognized for resale. For most investors, a mix of 1 oz coins (for liquidity and recognition) and bars (for premium efficiency) provides the best balance.
Can I buy platinum at spot price?
No dealer sells platinum at exactly the spot price — the premium covers minting, distribution, and dealer margin. However, some dealers offer “at spot” promotions for first-time buyers or large orders. Outside of promotions, the lowest premiums are found on 1 oz platinum bars and secondary-market platinum coins. Compare dealer pricing on this page to find the closest-to-spot options available right now.
How often are platinum prices updated on this page?
Dealer prices on this page are updated in real time as retailers update their listings. The platinum spot price reference is updated continuously during market hours (Sunday 6pm ET through Friday 5pm ET).
What is the platinum-to-gold ratio and why does it matter?
The platinum-to-gold ratio measures how many ounces of platinum it takes to buy one ounce of gold (or vice versa). Historically, platinum traded at a premium to gold for most of the 20th century. Since 2015, platinum has consistently traded below gold. Value investors watch this ratio for signals that platinum may be undervalued relative to gold, which could signal a buying opportunity.
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