The 2003-W American Silver Eagle Proof coin is a rare coin that is in high demand, and Bullion Shark is pleased to offer perfect specimens. This 2003 Silver Eagle is certified to be in perfect grade condition by the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC), making it a must-have for any collection. Every 2003 Silver Eagle is composed of an ounce of 99.9% pure silver and was struck in the West Point Mint. Bullion Shark is offering perfect condition 2003-W American Silver Eagle Proof coins that are rare while remaining affordable.
Coin History and Design
Silver Eagle coins were first developed in 1986 and were created as a collector's coin. Although, silver eagle coins are still legal tender in the United States. American Silver Eagle coins were initially struck at the San Francisco Mint. However, their production location changed in 1993 and moved to the Philidelphia Mint. This location changed again in 2001, and the American Silver Eagle is now struck at the West Point Mint. American Silver Eagle proof coins were struct regularly between 1986 and 2008, but there was a brief pause in their production. However, the West Point Mint resumed the production of these coins in 2010, and the American Silver Eagle is still struck today.
The obverse side of the coin was created by Adolph A. Weinman in 1916 and features Lady Liberty walking with a radiant sun by her side. The reverse, designed by the sculptor and engraver John Mercanti, depicts 13 stars and a heraldic-style eagle clutching an olive branch and arrows.
Mintage and Coin Value
The official legal tender of a 2003 Silver Eagle coin is $1. However, this is greatly outweighed by the coin's intrinsic value, which is often upwards of $100. The increased value of silver eagle coins is a result of their perfect grade, proof 70 condition.
The total mintage of 2003-W American Silver Eagle coins is 9,242,839. This can be broken down into 8,495,008 bullion and 747,831 proof.
