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1996 American Silver Eagle MS68

in Silver Coins
$80.00 each
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1996 American Silver Eagle MS68 draws collectors who chase this flagship U.S. Mint silver bullion issue for its strong recognition and place in the series that began in 1986.

The obverse carries Adolph Weinman’s Walking Liberty design, paired with John Mercanti’s heraldic eagle on the reverse, struck in one troy ounce of .999 fine silver. Buyers value the piece for its liquidity in both stacking and collecting circles, where the American Silver Eagle remains a standard that new and experienced collectors recognize on sight.

Key features

  • Year: 1996
  • Denomination: $1
  • Composition: .999 fine silver
  • Weight: 1 troy oz
  • Fineness: .999+ fine
  • Silver content (ASW): 1 troy oz
  • Diameter: 40.6 mm
  • Edge: reeded
  • Designer: Adolph A. Weinman obverse; John Mercanti reverse (Type 1)
  • Obverse: Walking Liberty (adapted from 1916 half dollar)
  • Reverse: Heraldic eagle with shield (Type 1, 1986-2021)
  • Mint marks: Philadelphia, West Point (W), San Francisco (S) on proofs and special issues
  • Varieties: Silver Eagle
  • Mintage: Annual bullion, proof, and burnished issues
  • Collector demand: Flagship U.S. silver bullion coin; collected by date and finish
  • Grade: MS68
Item #1034 • Updated 2026-09-10 14:47:08

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