The 2021-S Proof Silver Eagle Type 2 is a standout issue from the San Francisco Mint, released during the landmark transition year of the Silver Eagle series. Struck in .999 fine silver, this coin features the new Type 2 reverse, debuted in mid-2021, along with an enhanced obverse design that now includes Adolph A. Weinman's initials. With a mintage significantly lower than its West Point counterpart, the 2021-S is housed in its original U.S. Mint velvet box and includes the official Certificate of Authenticity (COA).
Historical Insight
The 2021-S Proof is the first San Francisco—minted proof to feature the new Type 2 reverse, making it a significant design and mintmark milestone. With a mintage of under 300,000, it is notably rarer than the 2021-W Type 2 Proof, giving it added appeal among modern Silver Eagle collectors and key-date seekers alike.
Collector Note
The 2021-S Type 2 is a premium addition for collectors building a mintmark-diverse Type 2 set or seeking lower-mintage proof issues from the modern era. It pairs perfectly with the 2021-W Type 1 and Type 2 coins to tell the full story of the design transition and the expanding role of San Francisco in modern U.S. Mint production.
Highlights:
- Year: 2021
- Mint Mark: S (San Francisco)
- Weight: 1 troy oz
- Obverse: Weinman's Walking Liberty—now enhanced with sharper detail and the addition of the designer's initials "AW" near the hem of Liberty's gown.
- Reverse (Type 2): Emily Damstra's Eagle Landing—a dynamic bald eagle descending with an oak branch in its talons, symbolizing renewal and strength.
- Condition: Proof
- Face Value: $1 USD (legal tender)
- Packaging: Includes original U.S. Mint presentation box and COA
Specifications
SKU: |
443 |
Year: |
2021 |
Grade: |
Proof |
Grade Service: |
None |
Denomination: |
1 Dollar |
Mint Mark: |
S- San Francisco |
Metal Content: |
1 Troy Oz |
Purity: |
0.999 |
Thickness: |
2.98 mm |
Diameter: |
40.6 mm |
