The 2009 Silver Eagle Monster Box contains 500 Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) coins, each struck in .999 fine silver, and sealed directly from the U.S. Mint in its iconic green Monster Box. With a total of 500 troy ounces of investment-grade silver, this bulk option is ideal for serious investors and collectors seeking large-scale, sovereign-minted silver holdings. The 2009 Silver Eagle features the timeless Walking Liberty design on the obverse and the Heraldic Eagle reverse, combining classic artistry with tangible wealth preservation.
Historical Insight:
The 2009 Silver Eagle was struck during the aftermath of the global financial crisis. As investor confidence in traditional financial markets eroded, demand for physical silver spiked, pushing the U.S. Mint to allocate production and suspend proof and uncirculated collector versions that year. The 2009 BU edition became a highly sought-after release, representing both historical context and long-term value.
Highlights:
- Total Coins: 500
- Weight per Coin: 1 troy oz
- Total Silver Weight: 500 troy oz of .999 fine silver
- Condition: Brilliant Uncirculated (BU)
- Legal Tender: $1 USD per coin
- Obverse: Classic Walking Liberty design by Adolph A. Weinman
- Reverse: Heraldic eagle with shield, designed by John Mercanti
- Packaging: U.S. Mint sealed green Monster Box (25 tubes of 20 coins)
- Minted by: U.S. Mint
Specifications
SKU: |
357 |
Year: |
2009 |
Grade: |
Brilliant Unc |
Grade Service: |
None |
Denomination: |
1 Dollar |
Mint Mark: |
Not Shown |
Metal Content: |
500 Troy Oz |
Purity: |
0.999 |
Thickness: |
2.98 mm |
Diameter: |
40.6 mm |