2013 American Eagle Silver Proof Coin
2013 American Eagle Silver Proof Coin
General Coin Information
Offered by the United States Mint as a continuation of a series dating back to 1986 is the 2013 American Eagle Silver Proof Coin. Each of these are struck from one ounce of .999 fine silver and feature a diameter of 40.60 mm.
Along with these numismatic proof versions, the US Mint also debuted bullion Silver Eagles in 1986. Both varieties feature the same basic designs and specifications aside from their finish, their intended buyer and the inclusion of a mintmark.
The bullion coins are struck for investors and sold through the Mint's network of authorized purchasers for a small premium above the spot price of the ounce of silver in each. These proof coins, however, are struck for collectors and sold directly to the public by the United States Mint for a price which includes a more significant mark-up over any melt value associated with it. In addition, the proof coins contain the mintmark indicating which US Mint facility produced it.
Proof Silver Eagles have been struck annually since their debut with the exception of 2009. That year saw intense demand for the bullion version forcing the US Mint to cancel the numismatic release.
Obverse Design
Shown on the obverse of each coin is a depiction of Adolph A. Weinman's "Walking Liberty." This design first appeared on the 1916-1947 half dollar coin and is considered one of the most beautiful ever struck on an American coin. Obverse inscriptions include LIBERTY, IN GOD WE TRUST and the year of production.
Reverse Design
US Mint engraver John Mercanti designed the reverse image of the coin which shows a heraldic eagle with shield. Reverse inscriptions include E PLURIBUS UNUM, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1 OZ FINE SILVER and ONE DOLLAR.
American Eagle Silver Proof Coin Specifications
| Mint: United States Mint Mintmark: W Finish/Condition: Proof Metal Content: 99.9% silver Gross Weight: 1.0001 Troy oz. - 31.103 g Fine Weight: 31.072 g Diameter: 40.60 mm Thickness:2.98 mm Edge: Reeded Mintage Limit: TBA Face Value: $1 Obverse Designer: Adolph A. Weinman Reverse Engraver: John Mercanti |
Featured American Eagle Silver Auctions
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 1997P US American 1 oz 999 Silver Eagle Dollar Proof w US Mint Box COA 1997 P $66.00 (12 Bids) Time Remaining: 36m |
 American Silver Eagle Proof Coin 2010 Complete $60.00 (3 Bids) Time Remaining: 50m |
 1990 S 1 oz Proof Silver American Eagle w Box CoA $60.00 (3 Bids) Time Remaining: 56m |
 1 oz Fine Silver 2005 American Eagle Proof Bullion Coin Case $54.59 (3 Bids) Time Remaining: 57m |
 Set of 25 Full Set of Proof American Silver Eagles Dollar 1986 2011 Certified $3,000.00 Time Remaining: 1h 35m Buy It Now for only: $3,000.00 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 2004 American Eagle Proof w Box and COA Silver Eagle NO Toning NO Hazing $70.00 Time Remaining: 1h 39m Buy It Now for only: $70.00 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 2011 W NGC PF69 25th Ann Proof American Silver Eagle Coin in Retro Black Case $45.44 (8 Bids) Time Remaining: 1h 42m |
 2011 W NGC PF70 25th Anniversary American Proof Silver Eagle Coin in Retro Black $69.00 (12 Bids) Time Remaining: 1h 42m |
American Eagle Silver Coin Resources
- Mint information page
- 2009 Proof Silver Eagles Cancelled - SilverCoinsToday.com
- 2013 American Eagle Gold Proof Coin
