2012-W Proof Silver Eagle (Box & COA)

The 2012-W Proof Silver Eagle carries on the U.S. Mint's tradition of excellence in the modern Silver Eagle series. Struck at the West Point Mint, this coin features the classic frosted design elements and deeply mirrored fields that define high-quality proof coinage. Issued in its original U.S. Mint velvet presentation box and accompanied by the official Certificate of Authenticity (COA), the 2012-W is a visually striking and historically relevant addition to any Silver Eagle collection.

Historical Insight

The 2012-W Proof Silver Eagle was released during a year of strong demand for U.S. Mint collector coins. While not tied to a specific anniversary, its mintage of just under 870,000 reflects continued enthusiasm for the series. This year also saw the release of a special two-coin San Francisco set featuring a reverse proof and an "S" mint mark proof, further expanding the collector landscape for Silver Eagle fans.

Collector Note

The 2012-W is often collected as the foundational piece for the year, with optional expansion into the San Francisco Mint-issued companion coins. It remains a core piece for collectors building a full run of West Point minted proof Silver Eagles from 2001 onward.

Highlights:

• Year: 2012
• Mint Mark: W (West Point)
• Weight: 1 troy oz
• Obverse: Adolph A. Weinman's Walking Liberty, a symbol of freedom and hope, shows Liberty striding toward the rising sun, draped in the U.S. flag, holding branches of oak and laurel.
• Reverse: John Mercanti's heraldic eagle design features a shield, arrows, and olive branch, with 13 stars above representing the original colonies.
• Condition: Proof
• Face Value: $1 USD (legal tender)
• Packaging: Includes original U.S. Mint presentation box and COA