1987-S American Silver Eagle Proof
The Silver Eagle series has taken the world by storm for the past 36 years. With Adolph A. Weinman's design getting a new breath of life on the obverse, and John Mercanti designing the iconic Heraldic Eagle reverse, the Silver Eagle was always fated to be a showstopper.
Proof Silver Eagles, especially obsolete ones from the first few years of issue, are being snagged by collectors in astounding numbers. The Mint declared that a Silver Shortage is on the horizon, collectors are grabbing any deal they can get! This second year of issue piece is an incredible vintage piece to add to your collection. We only have 4 of these original 1987-S Silver Eagles in perfect PCGS PR70 DCAM grade, so act fast!
Highlights:
- Perfect PCGS PR70 DCAM
- Second year of issue
- Obsolete design
1987 Silver Eagle History
The American silver eagle coins were first minted in 1986 and is still being minted to this day. The silver eagle's obverse was designed using Adolph Weinman's design that was featured on the walking half dollar. The design features Miss Liberty walking while carrying an American flag and an olive branch. This design is often voted as one of the most attractive coins in the world.
The reverse of the silver eagle was created by the American Mints 12th chief engraver, John Mercanti. It features a heraldic eagle and a banner with the Latin inscription, ‘E PLURIBUS UNUM,’
1987 was the second year that the silver eagle coin was minted. Early silver eagles were collected in high numbers, and these coins are still popular today. In 1987, production was increased due to the popularity of the 1986 coin. 904,732 proofs were struck in 1987 at the San Francisco mint.
Silver Eagle Prices
The American silver eagle proof minted in San Francisco is currently worth approximately $400. Silver eagles struck in the early years are worth considerably more than later years, with the proofs being worth more.
The value of silver eagle proof coins varies and depends on the year they werecminted and the mintmarks. Proof versions of silver eagles, are worth at least $50 each and rare coins such as the 1995-W proof silver eagle is valued at more than $4,000!
