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Why purchase this 2021 Type I American Silver Eagle?
The American Silver Eagle is one of the most popular bullion coins in the world. Since its inception in 1986, the coin has attracted collectors for its beauty and U.S. government backing for weight and purity. Now in its 35th year, the coin is set for its first ever design change. John Mercanti’s reverse image will be replaced mid-year, making this one of your final chances to get a coin bearing his iconic work.
- This coin is $1 US legal tender.
- This coin was struck from 1 oz of .999 fine silver.
- 2021 marks the 35th anniversary edition of the Silver Eagle.
- This release is one of the final issues to bear John Mercanti’s heraldic eagle reverse designs, which will be replaced mid-year.
- Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) graded this piece Mint State 70.
- NGC certified this coin First Day of Issue.
- Grading information comes on a label that bears an image of the 46th President Joe Biden.
Featuring the Patriotic Designs of Adolph Weinman and John Mercanti
Obverse: Liberty carries laurel and oak branches as she strides confidently with the morning sun emerging from beyond the horizon. Designed by Adolph Weinman, the image first appeared on the Half Dollar from 1916-1947. Inscriptions on this face include the figure’s name, “LIBERTY,” the national motto, “IN GOD WE TRUST,” and the date, “2021.” Adolph Weinman designed two of the best known coins in American history, the Walking Liberty Half Dollar and the Mercury Dime. He was also a prominent sculptor, whose work can still be seen on display in many American cities.
Reverse: On the reverse, an eagle protects a union shield beneath thirteen stars. John Mercanti adapted the image from the Great Seal of the United States. The design is encircled by three rim inscriptions, which note the name of the issuing country, “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” the coin’s weight, “1 OZ. FINE SILVER,” and its face value, “ONE DOLLAR.” John Mercanti was the twelfth Chief Engraver of the United States Mint. He held the post for part of his nearly four decades with the institution, during which he designed more coins and medals than anyone else in American history.
Flawless MS70 FDI with Biden Label
Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) provided the grading information for this coin on a label that bears an image of the 46th President of the United States of America, Joe Biden. The grading company certified that the coin appears perfect as seen under 5x magnification by grading it Mint State 70. NGC also certified this piece First Day of Issue, a designation only given to coins that were submitted for grading through an exclusive process.
