American Silver Eagle
Serving as the official silver bullion coin of the United States Of America, the American Silver Eagle was first released by the US Mint on the 24th of Novermber 1986. Guaranteed to contain a troy ounce of 99.9% pure silver, the American Silver Eagle has a nominal face value of one dollar.
Looking at the obverse side of the American Silver Eagle, you can quickly recognize that its design was very identical to the “Walking Liberty” design created by Adolf A. Weinman – the trusted companion and associate of Augustus Saint Gaudens – the favorite sculptor and coin designer of President Roosevelt.
It’s not really surprising why it took much of the design from the Walking Liberty.
This iconic design that has been Adopted by the American Silver Eagle has been a public favorite…one of the most loved designs in the modern history of United States Coinage. On the reverse side of the coin, one can find the Heraldic Eagle which was crafted by the skillful hands of John Mercanti.
How valuable is this loved American silver eagle? You see, the mintages of uncirculated and proof of specimens of the American Silver Eagle varies widely. With that in mind, the value or the price of this coin is just as diverse. If you’re planning to buy an American Silver Eagle coin, it is highly recommended that you read and check a standard reference book.
In general, the American Silver Eagle has been minted in millions. On the other hand, the proofs that were issued are along the hundred thousands. In light of that, most dates of the American Silver Eagle are not that expensive…somewhere around $23 each. However, there are American Silver Eagles that have a proof as early as 1990’s that sell over $100. In addition to that, there are special issues of American Silver Eagle coins (1995W) which are valued at a couple of thousand dollars.
The price and value of the American Silver Eagle coins nowadays may be varied…BUT one thing is for sure – this is one of the most loved and adored coins in the modern US coinage history.
