Description
Why purchase this 2021 American Silver Eagle bullion coin set featuring the Last and First of the Type-1 and Type-2 designs?
In July 2021, the U.S. Mint ushered in a new era for its American Silver Eagle series, introducing a new reverse design to the classic silver dollar coin for the first time since the series’ launch in 1986. This beautiful pair of 2021 Silver Eagle coins represents the historic Last Day of Production of the Type-1 heraldic eagle style and the milestone First Day of Production of the new Type-2 eagle landing style.
- This set includes two American Silver Eagle bullion coins, one featuring the classic Type-1 design, representing the Last Day of Production, and one First Day of Production Type-2 style coin, each dated 2021.
- The coins were struck at the West Point Mint.
- Each 40.60 mm diameter coin contains 1 Troy oz. of .999 fine silver.
- The Type-2 coin is crafted with an innovative reeded edge variation as a counterfeit deterrent.
- Each coin is perfectly graded.
- For each type of 2021 Silver Eagle bullion coin, only 200,000 qualified for the extremely desirable Last Day or First Day of Production attribution.
Patriotic Silver Eagle Designs
Obverse: The obverse of both Silver Eagle types features a rendition of Lady Liberty draped in an American flag, an image which is borrowed from the 1916 Walking Liberty Half Dollar. Inscribed “LIBERTY,” “2021” and “IN GOD WE TRUST.” A difference to note between the two Silver Eagle styles is the presence of the “AW” monogram beneath the motto on the Type-2 coin. This is the first time in the history of the series that the initials appear on the coin to credit renowned early 20th-century sculptor Adolph A. Weinman for the design.
Type-1 Reverse: An eagle adorns the Type-1 reverse with an olive branch and a bundle of arrows in its grasp. The inscriptions “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “1 OZ. FINE SILVER,” “ONE DOLLAR,” and “E PLURIBUS UNUM” surround the heraldic image designed by John Mercanti, the U.S. Mint’s Chief Engraver from 2006-2010.
Type-2 Reverse: Centered on the reverse of the Type-2 style coin is a gorgeously detailed eagle with its wings raised in preparation for landing. Inscriptions include “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “E PLURIBUS UNUM,” “1 OZ. FINE SILVER” and “ONE DOLLAR.” The picturesque eagle landing image was created by U.S. Mint Artistic Infusion Program artist Emily Damstra.
Pristine Mint State 70 Set
Each 2021 American Silver Eagle bullion coin in this Type-1 and Type-2 set was submitted to the Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) for review with documentation confirming its striking on the First Day or Last Day of Production. Featuring flawlessly executed strikes, impeccably finished surfaces, and spectacular eye appeal, each coin was awarded the perfect grade of Mint State 70. The pair of 1 oz. silver dollar coins will arrive encapsulated in individual sonically sealed protective holders, each accompanied by a traditional blue style PCGS certification label that declares its exciting First or Last Production pedigree.
This flawless, certified Last and First Day of Production duo of 2021 Type-1 and Type-2 American Silver Eagle coins will look magnificent in your collection!
