2021(W) American Silver Eagle Type 1 (Heraldic Eagle) – NGC MS70 First Day of Issue (Top Pop)
Own one of the final examples of the original American Silver Eagle design with this 2021(W) American Silver Eagle Type 1 (Heraldic Eagle), certified NGC MS70 First Day of Issue. Struck from 1 troy ounce of .999 fine silver, this historic issue represents the last year of the beloved Heraldic Eagle (Type 1) reverse before the U.S. Mint introduced the new Type 2 design in mid-2021.
Certified a perfect MS70 by NGC, this coin is flawless with no post-production imperfections visible under magnification. The coveted First Day of Issue designation confirms it was shipped from the U.S. Mint on the first day of release. With 8,507 examples graded MS70 by NGC and none graded higher, this coin holds Top Pop status, making it one of the finest certified examples available.
The obverse features Adolph A. Weinman's timeless Walking Liberty design, while the reverse showcases John Mercanti's iconic Heraldic Eagle, a design that appeared on American Silver Eagles from 1986 through the first half of 2021. As the final Type 1 issue, this coin marks the end of an era in the Silver Eagle series and is an essential addition to any modern U.S. coin collection.
Coin Highlights:
- Year: 2021
- Mint: West Point (W)
- Series: American Silver Eagle Type 1 (Heraldic Eagle)
- Denomination: $1
- Composition: 1 Troy Oz .999 Fine Silver
- Finish: Brilliant Uncirculated
- Grade: NGC MS70
- Designation: First Day of Issue
- NGC Population in MS70: 8,507
- Higher Grades: None
- Top Population (Top Pop)
