American Silver Eagle bullion coins were first struck in 1986. The designs first struck during that inaugural year had not been changed for the first 35 years of their existence.But in 2021, that all changed – at least on the reverse. The obverse was unchanged, still depicting the faithful reproduction of the Walking Liberty design used on our half dollar coins between 1916 and 1947. At the beginning of 2021, the reverse also remained unchanged on the coins struck between January and April. The reverse on these coins depicted Chief Engraver John Mercanti‘s heraldic eagle design.In April, that all changed – at least on the reverse. A new design was approved and by April the coins with the new reverse were being struck. The new design was created by Emily Damstra, an American artist who was part of the Artistic Infusion Program created by the US Mint. This program invited talented and accomplished artists to submit designs for US coins. Damstra replaced the Heraldic Eagle design with a view of an American Bald Eagle, carrying an oak branch in its talons, as it is about to land. After 35 years, this new design was welcomed and greatly appreciated. Around the eagle in flight, were the mottoes “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” ONE DOLLAR,” “1 OZ. FINE SILVER,” and “E PLURIBUS UNUM.” The American Silver Eagle coins with the original heraldic eagle design are called “Type 1,” (T1), while the coins struck with the eagle in flight design are called “Type 2,” (T 2).This coin is a 2021-W American Silver Eagle, with the ‘W’ mintmark indicating that the coins were struck at the West Point minting facility. It is graded as “Proof 70 Ultra Cameo, T2,” by the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC). NGC is one of the major, independent, third-party, grading services. Its grading is very well-respected worldwide. The grade of “Proof 70” indicates that the grade of the coin is perfect. The “Ultra Cameo” designation indicates that the devices are frosted, and the fields are highly-reflective and mirrored.Simply click the “Add to Cart” button now or call 1-866-827-4314 to speak to one of our highly trained numismatists, who will be very happy to assist you.
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