Platinum is rarer than gold and trades at a significant historical discount — offering a compelling entry point for IRA investors. Every product we carry meets the IRS 99.95% purity requirement.
The IRS requires platinum coins to be at least 99.95% pure for IRA inclusion. The following government-minted coins all meet this standard and are among the most recognized platinum bullion coins in the world.
The only platinum bullion coin produced by the U.S. Mint, first struck in 1997. Features the Statue of Liberty on the obverse and a rotating reverse design each year. Available in 1 oz, ½ oz, ¼ oz, and 1/10 oz. Legal tender backed by the U.S. government.
Only U.S. Platinum CoinProduced by the Royal Canadian Mint since 1988. Features the iconic maple leaf design with a radial lines security background. One of the most widely traded platinum coins globally. Available in 1 oz. Backed by the Canadian government.
Widely TradedStruck by the Perth Mint and guaranteed by the Government of Western Australia. Features Australia's iconic platypus on the reverse. Available in 1 oz. Exceptional strike quality and finish from one of the world's most respected mints.
Perth MintProduced by the Royal Mint (UK). Features the legendary Britannia figure, symbolizing strength and stability. Available in 1 oz. A newer addition to the platinum bullion coin market, gaining recognition among collectors and IRA investors alike.
Royal MintPlatinum bars from LBMA-approved refiners offer a lower-premium alternative to coins for investors focused on maximizing platinum content per dollar. All bars meet the IRS 99.95% minimum purity requirement.
Switzerland's premier refiner. PAMP Suisse platinum bars are individually sealed with assay certificates and serial numbers. Available in 1 oz and 10 oz. LBMA Good Delivery certified and recognized worldwide.
Swiss QualityProduced at the Valcambi refinery in Switzerland, one of the world's largest precious metals refiners. Each bar is individually assayed and serialized. Available in 1 oz and 50 g. LBMA Good Delivery listed.
Swiss RefinerJohnson Matthey is one of the world's leading platinum group metals refiners with over 200 years of history. Their platinum bars are highly recognized and liquid. Available in 1 oz and 10 oz. LBMA accredited.
200+ Year HeritageFor most of the 20th century, platinum commanded a premium over gold — often trading at 1.5x to 2x the gold price. Since 2015, that relationship has inverted dramatically, with platinum sitting well below the gold price.
Many analysts view today's platinum-to-gold ratio as one of the most compelling value opportunities in the precious metals market — with potential for significant price appreciation when the historical relationship reverts.
For IRA investors with a long-term horizon, adding platinum at a discount to its historical norm may offer exceptional risk-adjusted returns.
Past performance does not guarantee future results. Consult a financial advisor before investing.
The U.S. Mint has only produced one platinum bullion coin — the American Platinum Eagle, introduced in 1997. Unlike gold and silver, there is no platinum version of the Buffalo or other U.S. Mint series. The Eagle remains the sole IRS-approved U.S. government platinum coin for IRA inclusion.
Yes, platinum tends to be more price-volatile than gold because a higher percentage of its demand comes from a single industrial application — catalytic converters. Changes in automotive production, emissions regulations, or EV adoption can have an outsized impact on platinum prices. This volatility cuts both ways, offering both higher risk and higher potential return than gold.
Yes. A self-directed Precious Metals IRA can hold any combination of IRS-approved gold, silver, platinum, and palladium within a single account under a single custodian. Many clients use platinum as a smaller allocation alongside a larger gold and silver position.