Sunday, August 31, 2014

By Jessica Drury


Coin collectors are always fascinated by rare pieces. The rare reverse proof American silver eagles have gained popularity over the years to the extent of breaking collection records. This has seen it listed among the must have pieces for serious collectors allover the world. There are a number of factors that have driven its ratings higher.

The mirror like raised surface has given it the name reverse. This uniqueness is boosted by the fact that the portions are also frosty. This coin marked its twentieth anniversary of circulation in 2006. This witnessed the release of three gold and silver sets of the same coin. Its popularity has been growing since it was first minted in 1986.

The silver proof is in a category of its own. The only other struck as reverse is the fifty dollar gold coin. The unique features have made the coins extremely popular. This is likely to cause the mint to continue producing others. Collectors have been working extra hard to get these coins before the limited editions get out of circulation.

The popularity of the eagle can be felt worldwide. This has seen coins released every year with marks to indicate that they are for collectors. It is available for sale until the mint runs out of stock depending on the numbers released. The process of minting ensures that the highest quality of silver is achieved. On the face is the one dollar value.

The purity and weight is guaranteed by the government. This is because the coins are made as legal tender. This unique combination has seen the coin set record for the most sales in a year with 42 million pieces sold in 2013. It has the faith and credit of the government.

Coin collectors are also attracted to the unique design. It features liberty walking in full stride and enveloped in a flag. The right hand is extended while the left is branches of oak and laurel. It weights one troy ounce with a diameter of 1.598.

The reverse side is done by United States engraver or mint sculpture called John Mercanti. It has the image of the heraldic eagle with a shield on the chest. An olive branch is included on the right with arrows on the left. A triangle of stars can be seen over the head of the eagle. The face also has the words In God We Trust and respective year of release.

The coins come in a tube of twenty pieces or as a single unit. The famous monster box is mint sealed and has proven popular among collectors. Dealers sell the coin alongside other editions.

The mirror like fields and frosted details are created by striking the coin several times. The blanks are slotted into the machine using hands as part of a process that has successfully produced . 999 percent fine silver. The mint mark on the reverse is used to signify its collectable status.

Collectors can get the coins as single pieces, rolls or tubes of twenty or the monster box. The single piece is sealed in a unique slab that is tamper-proof and protects the coin from elements. The slab helps the coin to remain authentic. This is a piece of history that is worth keeping.




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