What Makes American Silver Eagle Coins So Special?
They are the official one dollar coins produced by the US Mint and contain .999 fine silver. As such, the $1 face value is really just for show. The price of the coins increases with the price of silver, giving them a net worth much more than the numerical silver dollar values in which they were originally minted. This is one reason investors gravitate towards them. The fact that the coins look downright artistic is another reason why they catch people’s eyes. Their artistry is not just eye-catching. It also contributes to the value of the coins. For example, a mint condition graded American Silver Eagle coin can command a price that is double the current cost of silver. There are quite a few reasons for such enhanced silver dollar values. Rarity would be among the most obvious. The key words here are “mint condition” which would infer an unblemished coin that has not been marred in any way. Such coins need to be handled very carefully and are usually encased in protective plastic. To
