2021 1oz American Silver Eagle Type 1 BU

The 2021 American Silver Eagle Type 1 BU represents the final chapter of the original reverse design, capping off a 35-year run that began in 1986. This classic version is cherished by collectors for its historical significance and admired by investors for its .999 fine silver content and government-backed purity.

Historical Insight:

2021 marks a transitional year in the Silver Eagle series. Coins minted in the first half of the year retained the beloved Type 1 reverse, making these a "last of an era" release. As the final installment of the original reverse design, this issue holds special meaning for numismatists and a solid place in American bullion history.

Highlights:

• Year: 2021
• Weight: 1 troy oz
• Purity: .999 fine silver
• Obverse: Adolph A. Weinman's Walking Liberty design, depicting Liberty striding toward the sunrise, draped in the American flag with her arm extended and branches of oak and laurel in hand—a timeless symbol of freedom and hope.
• Reverse (Type 1): John Mercanti's heraldic eagle with shield, clutching an olive branch in the right talon and arrows in the left, with 13 stars above representing the original colonies.
• Condition: Brilliant Uncirculated (BU)
• Face Value: $1 USD (legal tender)