- Description
The 2016 release of the Proof American Silver Eagle is one of the most significant in the coin programs history. This years release of the nations official silver coin in a collectors proof version celebrates the 30th anniversary of the Silver Eagle, and includes a big change not seen on American coinage before. Right now, the 2016-W 1 oz Proof American Silver Eagle Coin is available from APR 57 with a perfect certification!
Coin Highlights:
- Arrives in a protective plastic slab courtesy of the PCGS.
- 30th anniversary Proof American Silver Eagle.
- Features unique edge lettering.
- Contains 1 Troy oz of .999 pure silver.
- Bears a face value of $1 (USD) backed by the federal government.
- Issued a grade of PR70 by the Professional Coin Grading Service.
- DCAM specimen.
- Obverse bears Walking Liberty’s image.
- Reverse includes the heraldic eagle of the United States.
- W mint mark of the West Point Mint.
Each of the 2016-W 1 oz Proof American Silver Eagle coins in this product listing is a perfect proof according to the PCGS. Coins with a PR70 grade from the PCGS have full, original mint luster and lack any detracting flaws on the surfaces.
DCAM, or deep-cameo, coins have a uniquely beautiful finish. The design sets of the coin feature strong, frosted matte visual aspects, while the background field is deeply-mirrored and clear. These contrasting aspects give the design the appearance of floating above the coins surface.
The 2016 Proof Silver Eagle marks the 30th anniversary of the coin program. For this year’s proof release, the US Mint is using its first-ever edge lettering in the series to mark the date with a special text.
On the obverse of all American Silver Eagle coins you’ll find the image of Walking Liberty. Created in 1916 by Adolph A. Weinman, it depicts Lady Liberty as she strides toward the setting sun as a symbol of the nation’s march toward a brighter future.
The reverse of the 2016 Proof American Silver Eagle coin bears the heraldic eagle of the United States. This design has been used in various iterations since 1794 on American coinage. This particular version was refined in 1986 by former US Mint Chief Engraver John Mercanti specifically for release on American Silver Eagle coins.
Proof American Silver Eagle coins are produced by the United States Mint at its West Point Mint facility, which is indicated by the presence of a W mint mark on the coins reverse field by the eagles nest.
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