On the first day of sales, the United States Mint reported total sales of 8,500 American Eagle 1-ounce platinum bullion  oins. 

The United States Mint opened sales to its authorized purchasers March 10. This is the first time the Mint has offered platinum American Eagle bullion coins of any size since November 2008.

Authorized purchasers are required to place minimum orders of 100 coins per order.

For additional information, visit the U.S. Mint's website at www.usmint.gov.