WASHINGTON, Aug. 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The United States Mint (Mint) will accept orders for 2024 American Eagle Silver Proof Coins minted at its San Francisco facility beginning on August 7 at noon EDT. Orders are limited to 25 coins per household for the first 24 hours of sale, subject to availability.
American Eagle Silver Proof Coins
The American Eagle Silver Proof Coins are collector versions of the official United States Mint American Eagle Silver Bullion Coins. Minted since 1986, these coins were updated in 2021 with a refreshed obverse (heads) and a completely redesigned reverse (tails) to mark the 35th anniversary of the American Eagle Coin Program.
Design Details
Like its counterpart minted at the West Point facility, the obverse of the San Francisco-minted coin features Adolph A. Weinman’s full-length figure of Liberty in full stride, enveloped in folds of the flag, with her right hand extended and branches of laurel and oak in her left. The Mint returned to its original historical assets to render a closer reflection of Weinman’s original vision and detail that include the addition of his traditional artist mark. Inscriptions are “LIBERTY,” “IN GOD WE TRUST,” and “2024.” The reverse features an eagle as it approaches a landing, carrying an oak branch, as if to add it to a nest. Inscriptions are “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “E PLURIBUS UNUM,” “1 OZ. FINE SILVER,” and “ONE DOLLAR.”
In addition to the enhanced design details on the obverse and the redesigned reverse, the American Eagle Silver Coins include a reeded edge variation. The Mint benchmarked its efforts against anti-counterfeiting programs implemented by major mints around the world.
Pricing and Availability
The 2024 American Eagle One Ounce Silver Proof (S) Coin is priced at $95. To set up a “Remind Me” alert, visit (product code 24EM).
Product Subscription Program
The American Eagle Silver Proof (S) Coin is also available for purchase through the Mint’s Product Subscription Program, offering customers automatic shipments of products in a series until the enrollment is cancelled.
Purchase Programs
This product is included in the Mint’s Numismatic Bulk Purchase Program and the Authorized Bulk Purchase Program (ABPP), providing options for collectors to acquire the coin. The American Eagle Silver Proof (S) Coin will also be available at the Mint’s sales centers at various locations.
About the United States Mint
Congress created the United States Mint in 1792, and the Mint became part of the Department of the Treasury in 1873. As the Nation’s sole manufacturer of legal tender coinage, the Mint is responsible for producing circulating coinage for the Nation to conduct its trade and commerce. The Mint also produces numismatic products, including proof, uncirculated, and commemorative coins; Congressional Gold Medals; silver and bronze medals; and silver and gold bullion coins. Its numismatic programs are self-sustaining and operate at no cost to taxpayers.
Note: To ensure that all members of the public have fair and equal access to United States Mint products, the United States Mint will not accept and will not honor orders placed prior to the official on-sale date of August 7, 2024, at noon EDT.
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Collecting coins is not only a hobby but also a way to potentially invest in valuable pieces of history. The limited availability of these American Eagle Silver Proof Coins adds to their appeal for collectors, as rarity often increases the value of such items over time. Additionally, the detailed design elements and anti-counterfeiting measures implemented by the Mint demonstrate a commitment to producing high-quality and secure products for collectors and investors alike.