2021(S) American Silver Eagle Type 1 Heraldic Eagle – Emergency Production – NGC MS70 Top Pop
A remarkable modern U.S. Mint collectible, this 2021(S) American Silver Eagle Type 1 – Heraldic Eagle was produced at the San Francisco Mint during the Emergency Production period and certified by NGC as MS70, the highest grade possible.
The 2021 Type 1 Silver Eagle represents the final year of the original American Silver Eagle design, featuring Adolph A. Weinman's iconic Walking Liberty obverse and John Mercanti's classic Heraldic Eagle reverse. This issue holds special significance as it marks the closing chapter of the original reverse design before the transition to the updated Type 2 design later in 2021.
The NGC MS70 grade confirms a flawless Mint State example with perfect preservation, exceptional strike quality, and outstanding eye appeal. With 1,512 examples graded MS70 by NGC and no coins graded higher, this specimen represents the finest grade available for the issue.
Coin Details:
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Country: United States
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Date: 2021(S)
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Denomination: $1
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Mint: San Francisco
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Type: Type 1 Heraldic Eagle Reverse
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Production: Emergency Production Issue
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Composition: 1 Troy Ounce .999 Fine Silver
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Certification: NGC MS70
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Population: 1,512 in MS70; none higher
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Designer: Adolph A. Weinman (obverse), John Mercanti (reverse)
A superb addition for collectors of American Silver Eagles, modern U.S. Mint issues, and NGC-certified perfect-grade coins. This piece combines historical importance, emergency production status, and flawless MS70 preservation.
