2006 1oz American Silver Eagle BU

The 2006 American Silver Eagle BU celebrates the 20th anniversary of the Silver Eagle series—an iconic milestone in U.S. numismatics. Though the BU version does not carry the anniversary mint mark like the special proof and burnished editions, it remains a key issue for collectors and investors alike.

Historical Insight:

The year 2006 marked two decades since the launch of the American Silver Eagle program, originally authorized under the Liberty Coin Act of 1985. Though this BU coin doesn't feature the anniversary enhancements found on select collector versions, it shares the honor of being minted during a landmark year in the series. As silver gained traction as a hedge against inflation and economic uncertainty, the 2006 issue became part of a growing legacy of trusted bullion investment.

Highlights:

• Year: 2006
• Weight: 1 troy oz
• Purity: .999 fine silver
• Obverse: Adolph A. Weinman's Walking Liberty, a patriotic depiction of Lady Liberty draped in the American flag as she strides toward a rising sun.
• Reverse: Designed by John Mercanti, the heraldic eagle clutches arrows and an olive branch, beneath a triangle of 13 stars representing the original colonies.
• Condition: Brilliant Uncirculated (BU)
• Face Value: $1 USD