The 2022 American Silver Eagle BU carries forward the modernized design that debuted in mid-2021, showcasing the Type 2 reverse. Struck in .999 fine silver, this 1 oz coin is a staple for both collectors and investors due to its trusted metal content, legal tender status, and timeless patriotic imagery.
Historical Insight:
As the second full year of the Type 2 Silver Eagle, the 2022 issue marks a pivotal point in the evolution of America's flagship silver coin. The updated security features, refreshed artwork, and enduring symbolism reinforce the coin's role as a trusted vehicle for wealth preservation and patriotic pride.
Highlights:
- Year: 2022
- Weight: 1 troy oz
- Purity: .999 fine silver
- Obverse: Features the classic Walking Liberty by Adolph A. Weinman, enhanced in 2021 with original details restored from historical models. Liberty walks toward the dawn of a new day, draped in the U.S. flag and holding branches of laurel and oak.
- Reverse: Showcases the new Type 2 design by Emily Damstra—a bald eagle descending with outstretched wings, clutching an oak branch, symbolizing strength, peace, and renewal.
- Condition: Brilliant Uncirculated (BU)
- Face Value: $1 USD (legal tender)
Specifications
SKU: |
365 |
Year: |
2022 |
Grade: |
Brilliant Unc |
Grade Service: |
None |
Denomination: |
1 Dollar |
Mint Mark: |
Not Shown |
Metal Content: |
1 Troy Oz |
Purity: |
0.999 |
Thickness: |
2.98 mm |
Diameter: |
40.6 mm |
