1986-S Silver Eagle Proof
1986 was the first year that the American Silver Eagle was circulated, which makes the proof of this year highly sought after by collectors. American Silver eagles are still being minted to this day and are loved by collectors and coin dealers. Bullion Shark has proof 1986 coins available in excellent condition. They are individually certified and will be delivered safely and securely to your door.
In 1986, a new bullion coin program was created, known as the American Eagle program. These coins were approved under the Bullion Coin Act of 1985. America's dream of becoming a world-class producer of fine bullion coins was realized with the silver eagle's production. The coins proved very popular with coin collectors across America and the world. Silver Eagles are popular with international investors, coin collectors, dealers, and the general public.
1986 silver eagle history
Silver eagle coins were minted between 1986 and the present day. Between 1986 and 1992, the proof silver eagles were struck at the San Fransisco Mint. They were then minted at the Philidelphia mint for seven years from 1993 to 2000. Since the year 2001 to the present-day, proof coins are minted at both the West Point and San Fransisco Mints.
The design for the silver eagle was created by John Mercanti, who was a chief engraver at the U.S Mint. The coin's obverse features Lady Liberty and incorporates Adolf Weinman's design of the Walking Liberty half dollar. The coins reverse features the heraldic eagle. Each coin was minted using .999, and proof coins have a mirror-like finish.
Silver eagle prices
In 1986, 1,445,778 Proof silver eagles were minted, these are highly collectible and are valued at around $400, which is much more the other versions of the coin. Proof coins for other years are worth varying amounts depending on their condition, the year they were minted and the mintmarks.
