1997 American Silver Eagle

The 1997 American Silver Eagle had a total mintage of just over 4.2 million coins struck at the Philadelphia Mint. The 1997 American Silver Eagle is one of the tougher dates to find in the series. With a smaller mintage, it can be difficult to find in perfect condition, although possible to find in most conditions below perfect. This coin isn’t a key date, but is a valuable one that is worth having for a Silver Eagle series collection.

History of the 1997 American Silver Eagle

The 1997 American Silver Eagle is typically a well-struck coin that can be found in nice condition. The American Silver Eagle is a popular one among collectors, and with some effort, you can build the collection at reasonable prices. 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.