2011-W $1 American Silver Eagle NGC PR69

Key Details:

• Year: 2011
• Mint: West Point (indicated by the “W” mintmark).
• Denomination: $1 USD
• Metal Content: 1 troy ounce of .999 fine silver
• Weight: 31.1035 grams
• Diameter: 40.6 mm
• Edge: Reeded
• Finish: Proof
• Special Label: 25th Anniversary Set
• Grading: NGC PR69 (Proof 69)

Design Features:

1. Obverse (Front):
   • Features Adolph A. Weinman’s Walking Liberty design.
   • Lady Liberty strides confidently toward the sunrise, draped in the American flag.
   • Inscribed with “LIBERTY,” “IN GOD WE TRUST,” and the year 2011.
2. Reverse (Back):
   • John Mercanti’s heraldic eagle design with a shield, arrows, and olive branch.
   • Includes 13 stars representing the original colonies.
   • Inscribed with “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “1 OZ. FINE SILVER ~ ONE DOLLAR,” and the “W” mintmark.

25th Anniversary Significance:

• The 25th Anniversary American Silver Eagle Set was released to celebrate 25 years of the American Silver Eagle program (1986–2011).
• This set included five coins:
  1. 2011-W Proof Silver Eagle
  2. 2011-W Uncirculated Silver Eagle
  3. 2011 Bullion Silver Eagle
  4. 2011-S Uncirculated Silver Eagle (San Francisco Mint, unique to this set).
  5. 1995-W Proof Silver Eagle (a key rarity in the series).
• Only 100,000 sets were produced, making the coins from this set more collectible.

Grading Details (NGC PR69):

• PR69 (Proof 69):
  • Nearly flawless coin with excellent mirror-like surfaces and sharp details.
  • Any imperfections are microscopic and do not detract from its visual appeal.
• 25th Anniversary Label:
  • The special NGC label designates the coin as part of the 25th Anniversary Set, enhancing its collectibility.

Mintage:

• The mintage for the 2011-W Proof Silver Eagle as part of the 25th Anniversary Set is limited to 100,000 sets, making it scarcer than standard 2011-W Proof issues.

Collector Appeal:

1. Special Set Designation:
   • The 25th Anniversary label makes it unique and more desirable than a standard 2011-W Proof.
2. Low Mintage:
   • The limited release of only 100,000 sets adds exclusivity.
3. Historical Significance:
   • Celebrates a milestone in the American Silver Eagle program.
4. Affordable Investment:
   • A PR69 example offers near-perfect quality at a fraction of the price of a PR70.

Care and Storage:

• NGC Slab: Keep the coin in its certified slab to protect it from environmental damage.
• Storage: Store in a dry, temperature-controlled environment.
• Display: Use a coin stand or display box to showcase the coin without removing it from the slab.