2016 American Silver Eagle

The 2016 American Silver Eagle had a large mintage of over 37.7 million coins struck at the Philadelphia and West Point Mint for regular uncirculated coins. The previous year, the 2015 American Silver Eagle was popular among collectors, breaking the record of the highest amount of coins produced in the series. The 2016 American Silver Eagle was also popular and had a huge demand within the first month of production.

History of the 2016 American Silver Eagle

The 2016 American Silver Eagle had a large mintage and cherrypicking is advised to ensure a sharp strike and attractive surfaces. It’s possible to find this coin in Mint State grades for very affordable prices. The design on the obverse 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.