1996 Silver American Eagle – Brilliant Uncirculated

The 1996 Silver American Eagle is a standout in the Silver Eagle series. It has the lowest bullion mintage of all issues from 1986 to 2020. With only 3.6 million coins minted, it’s considered a key date and is in high demand among collectors.

Each coin contains 1 troy ounce of .999 fine silver. It carries a $1 face value and is backed by the U.S. government. The obverse features the iconic Walking Liberty, designed by Adolph A. Weinman. On the reverse, you’ll find John Mercanti’s heraldic eagle clutching arrows and an olive branch.

This coin offers both numismatic appeal and silver value. Its scarcity makes it more desirable than most other bullion dates. For collectors aiming to complete a Silver Eagle set, the 1996 edition is essential. For investors, it’s a rare bullion piece with strong premium potential.

Key Features:

• 1 oz of .999 fine silver

• $1 face value backed by the U.S. government

• Lowest bullion mintage in the series (3.6 million)

• Obverse: Walking Liberty by Adolph A. Weinman

• Reverse: Heraldic eagle by John Mercanti

• Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) condition

• Popular among collectors and silver investors