{"id":10982,"date":"2026-07-21T14:35:09","date_gmt":"2026-07-21T14:35:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cryptonews.uk.com\/?p=10982"},"modified":"2026-07-21T14:35:09","modified_gmt":"2026-07-21T14:35:09","slug":"us-mint-1776-2026-enhanced-uncirculated-silver-eagle-launches","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cryptonews.uk.com\/?p=10982","title":{"rendered":"US Mint 1776-2026 Enhanced Uncirculated Silver Eagle Launches"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The U.S. Mint today at noon ET launches the 2026-W Enhanced Uncirculated American Silver Eagle, pairing a finish used only once before in the series with special design elements celebrating America\u2019s 250th anniversary.<\/p>\n

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Each coin ships with a certificate of authenticity in a satin-lined black velvet presentation case. The case slides into an outer sleeve featuring a limited-edition Semiquincentennial design<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Previewed earlier this year, the enhanced uncirculated finish combines polished and laser-frosted surfaces to create sharp contrast and emphasize the coin\u2019s design details. This is only the second American Silver Eagle issued with the finish, following the 2013 release, and the first to pair it with the current eagle-landing reverse introduced in 2021.<\/p>\n

Beyond its distinctive finish, the coin commemorates the nation\u2019s semiquincentennial with the dual date 1776 ~ 2026 and a Liberty Bell privy mark bearing the numeral \u201c250.\u201d Combined with a limited mintage of just 125,000 coins, these special features are expected to generate strong collector demand.<\/p>\n

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CoinNews photo shows two 2013-W Enhanced Uncirculated American Silver Eagles displaying the obverse and reverse designs \u2014 the only prior Silver Eagle issued with this finish before the 2026 release<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Each coin is priced at $169.00 and carries an initial household order limit of 10.<\/p>\n

For comparison, the Mint released the companion 2026-W Enhanced Uncirculated American Gold Eagle on May 28 at a substantially higher price of $5,370. Collector demand pushed the 7,500-coin mintage to unavailable status in just two minutes.<\/p>\n

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CoinNews photo collage shows the 2026-W Enhanced Uncirculated American Gold Eagle, including its obverse, reverse, enhanced uncirculated finish, capsule and packaging<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

CoinNews photos of the gold coin show its enhanced uncirculated finish, dual date 1776 ~ 2026 and Liberty Bell “250” privy mark.<\/p>\n

American Silver Eagle Designs and Semiquincentennial Elements<\/strong><\/p>\n

Adolph A. Weinman\u2019s iconic Walking Liberty has appeared on the obverse, or heads side, of American Silver Eagles since the series debuted in 1986. First used on the half dollar issued from 1916 through 1947, it remains one of the nation\u2019s most celebrated coin images. Liberty strides toward the rising sun, draped in the American flag. Her outstretched right hand symbolizes hope and opportunity, while her left arm carries laurel and oak branches representing civil and military glory. In 2021, the U.S. Mint refined the image using original historical assets to more faithfully reflect Weinman\u2019s artistic vision.<\/p>\n

For the 2026 Semiquincentennial edition, the obverse also carries the dual date 1776 ~ 2026 and a Liberty Bell “250” privy mark, along with the inscriptions LIBERTY and IN GOD WE TRUST.<\/p>\n

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Images show the obverse and reverse of the 1776 ~ 2026-W Enhanced Uncirculated American Silver Eagle<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The reverse, or tails side, features Emily Damstra\u2019s depiction of an eagle descending with an oak branch for its nest, symbolizing strength and renewal. It replaced John Mercanti\u2019s heraldic eagle, used on American Silver Eagles from the series\u2019 1986 debut until partway through 2021. Surrounding inscriptions read UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, E PLURIBUS UNUM, 1 OZ. FINE SILVER and ONE DOLLAR.<\/p>\n

A variation in the coin\u2019s reeded edge provides an additional security feature.<\/p>\n

American Silver Eagle Specifications<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Denomination:<\/strong><\/td>\n$1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Finish:<\/strong><\/td>\nEnhanced Uncirculated<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Composition:<\/strong><\/td>\n99.9% Silver<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Weight:<\/strong><\/td>\n1.000 troy oz.
(31.103 grams)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Diameter:<\/strong><\/td>\n1.598 inches
(40.60 mm)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Edge:<\/strong><\/td>\nReeded<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mint and Mint Mark:<\/strong><\/td>\nWest Point \u2014 W<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Privy Mark:<\/strong><\/td>\nLiberty Bell with \u201c250\u201d<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

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Ordering Information<\/strong><\/p>\n

While supplies last, the 1776 ~ 2026-W Enhanced Uncirculated American Silver Eagle may be ordered directly through the U.S. Mint\u2019s online store.<\/p>\n

Each coin ships with a certificate of authenticity in a satin-lined black velvet presentation case. The case slides into an outer sleeve featuring a limited-edition Semiquincentennial design.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Coin & Numismatic News,Semiquincentennial Coins,US Mint News & Informationcoin & numismatic news,semiquincentennial coins,us mint news & information#Mint #Enhanced #Uncirculated #Silver #Eagle #Launches1784644509<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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