2016-W Burnished American Silver Eagle

The 2016-W Burnished American Silver Eagle had a total mintage of just over 216,000 from the West Point Mint. The Burnished American Silver Eagles had a matte look to them compared to the regular strike coins because, instead of using a regular planchet, they were struck with a burnished planchet. This coin is possible to find in Mint State including a perfect Proof 70.

History of the 2016-W Burnished American Silver Eagle

The 2016-W Burnished American Silver Eagle is worth the effort to find well-struck and with attractive surfaces. A perfectly struck coin goes for just a few hundred dollars or less, making it accessible for collectors. 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.