1994 American Silver Eagle

The 1994 American Silver Eagle had a total mintage of just over 4.2 million coins struck at the Philadelphia Mint. This was a smaller mintage than some of the previous years, and has the second smallest mintage of the regular struck uncirculated Silver Eagle coins. In later years, Silver Eagle coins were struck with the W mint mark and had a lower mintage, but these coins were sold directly to the public.

History of the 1994 American Silver Eagle

The 1994 American Silver Eagle is typically found in mid-range grades. It’s a little more difficult to find in the highest grades, although not impossible. Cherrypicking is advised to ensure an attractive and well-struck coin. The design on the reverse of the American Silver Eagle was inspired by the “Walking Liberty” design of the Walking Liberty Half Dollar that was designed by Adolph Weinman. It was one of the most beloved designs of all American coins and was revived for the American Silver Eagle coins. The reverse was designed by John Mercanti. It features the American Bald Eagle behind a shield. The eagle is holding arrows and an olive branch in its talons. Above the eagle are 13 five-pointed stars that represent the 13 original colonies.