1996 American Silver Eagle – NGC MS69

From U.S. Mint Sealed Box – Key Date

Lowest uncirculated mintage of the 1990s

Second-lowest uncirculated mintage of the entire series!

NGC Price Guide puts these at $135 (you save 12%!), and you’re getting yours straight from a sealed U.S. Mint box with an exclusive Red Book label. This is a key date, even in MS69! And with MS70s guiding at a massive $5,650, these coins are grading so close to perfect that the upside is incredible. Grab one before they’re gone! 

This 1996 American Silver Eagle is one of the most desirable issues in the entire Silver Eagle series. Certified by NGC in MS69, it represents exceptional near-perfect quality paired with one of the scarcest mintages in the program’s history. Even more impressive, this piece was submitted directly from a U.S. Mint sealed box, guaranteeing original, untouched mint quality.

Why the 1996 Silver Eagle Is a Key Date

• Lowest uncirculated mintage of the 1990s

• Second-lowest uncirculated mintage of the entire series

• Highly sought after by collectors building high-grade Silver Eagle sets

The 1996 issue stands apart for its rarity, making premium, certified examples like this one especially valuable.

Coin Highlights

• Year: 1996

• Face Value: $1 USD

• Metal Content: 1 troy oz .999 fine silver

• Certification: NGC

• Grade: MS69

• Pedigree: From U.S. Mint Sealed Box

Design

• Obverse: Adolph A. Weinman’s iconic Walking Liberty, one of the most beloved designs in U.S. coinage.

• Reverse: Heraldic eagle with shield by John Mercanti, symbolizing American strength and tradition.

Why This Coin Is a Strong Buy

Collectors know that premium 1996 Silver Eagles, especially those graded MS69 and MS70, are becoming increasingly difficult to locate. With original mint pedigree and top-tier certification, this example checks all the boxes for long-term desirability.