Summary of Issue Prices, Maximum Mintages, and Final Sales

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Summary of Issue Prices, Maximum Mintages, and Final Sales

Throughout the history of the series, Proof American Silver Eagles have been offered at different issue prices, in some cases with specified product limits, and have always had different final sales figures.

The initial offering in 1986 was priced at $21.00 per coin and did not carry a product limit. Pricing for Proof Silver Eagles remained relatively stable for the majority of the series, as the market price of silver traded within a narrow range. When silver began to move higher at the end of 2008, this resulted in the cost of the annual offering moving significantly higher. The latest 2011 Proof Silver Eagle will carry a price of $59.95 per coin, nearly triple the cost of the first release.

At various points in the series, the United States Mint has imposed product limits for the individual proof coins. This has ranged from a low of 450,000 units in 1998 to a high of 850,000 units in 2004. After this point, the Mint removed the limits and generally allows each coin to remain available for sale throughout the year of release. The final sales reflect collector demand during the period of availability.

Final sales for individual Proof Silver Eagles have ranged from a low of 372,168 units in 1994, to a high of 1,446,778 for the inaugural year of the series in 1986.

The table below summarizes the issue price, product limit, and final sales for all individual Proof Silver Eagles.

Issue Price Product Limit Final Sales
1986 $                21.00 1,446,778
1987 $                23.00 904,732
1988 $                23.00 557,370
1989 $                23.00 617,694
1990 $                23.00 700,000 695,510
1991 $                23.00 700,000 511,924
1992 $                23.00 498,543
1993 $                23.00 550,000 393,224
1994 $                23.00 500,000 372,168
1995 $                23.00 455,000 407,822
1996 $                23.00 500,000 498,293
1997 $                23.00 495,000 435,350
1998 $                24.00 450,000 450,728
1999 $                24.00 550,000 549,330
2000 $                24.00 600,000 600,743
2001 $                24.00 750,000 746,398
2002 $                24.00 650,000 647,342
2003 $                24.00 750,000 747,831
2004 $                27.95 850,000 801,602
2005 $                27.95 816,663
2006 $                27.95 843,602
2007 $                29.95 821,759
2008 $                31.95 700,979
2010 $                45.95 TBD
2011 $                59.95 TBD

Besides being offered individually, the United States Mint has incorporated Proof Silver Eagles into various numismatic products. A consideration of final sales data is not complete without including these supplemental offerings.

Issue Price Product Limit Final Sales
1993 Philadelphia Set $           499.00 12,689
1995 10th Anniversary Set $           999.00 45,000 30,102
1997 Impressions of Liberty $       1,499.00 5,000 4,965
2006 20th Anniversary Set $           100.00 250,000 248,875

The 1993 Philadelphia Set included the one-tenth ounce, one-quarter ounce, and one-half ounce 1993 Proof Gold Eagles as well as the 1993 Proof Silver Eagle. These coins were all minted at the Philadelphia Mint.

The 10th Anniversary Gold Eagle Set included the one ounce and fractional Proof Gold Eagles for the year, along with a specially issued 1995-W Proof Silver Eagle. Because this coin carried the "W" mint mark, it is considered a separate issue than the individual proof coin issued for the year, which carried the "P" mint mark.

The 1997 Impressions of Liberty Set was issued to celebrate the release of the first American Platinum Eagle. The individually numbered set included one ounce proof versions of the Gold Eagle, Silver Eagle, and Platinum Eagle. The product limit of 5,000 units was a quick sell out.

The 20th Anniversary Silver Eagle Set was issued to mark the important milestone for the series. With a product limit of 250,000 units, the sets included the 2006-W Uncirculated Silver Eagle, 2006 Proof Silver Eagle, and 2006 Reverse Proof Silver Eagle. The latter coin was unique to the set and featured a finish never before used on a United States coins. The entire product limit sold out in a matter of weeks.

Legislation Related to American Silver Eagles
2011 Proof Silver Eagle

Series Information

  • Summary of Issue Prices, Maximum Mintages, and Final Sales
  • Legislation Related to American Silver Eagles
  • Packaging for Proof Silver Eagles

Coins By Year

  • 1986 Proof Silver Eagle
  • 1987 Proof Silver Eagle
  • 1988 Proof Silver Eagle
  • 1989 Proof Silver Eagle
  • 1990 Proof Silver Eagle
  • 1991 Proof Silver Eagle
  • 1992 Proof Silver Eagle
  • 1993 Proof Silver Eagle
  • 1994 Proof Silver Eagle
  • 1995 Proof Silver Eagle
  • 1995-W Proof Silver Eagle
  • 1996 Proof Silver Eagle
  • 1997 Proof Silver Eagle
  • 1998 Proof Silver Eagle
  • 1999 Proof Silver Eagle
  • 2000 Proof Silver Eagle
  • 2001 Proof Silver Eagle
  • 2002 Proof Silver Eagle
  • 2003 Proof Silver Eagle
  • 2004 Proof Silver Eagle
  • 2005 Proof Silver Eagle
  • 2006 Proof Silver Eagle
  • 2006 Reverse Proof Silver Eagle
  • 2007 Proof Silver Eagle
  • 2008 Proof Silver Eagle
  • 2009 Proof Silver Eagle
  • 2010 Proof Silver Eagle
  • 2011 Proof Silver Eagle
  • 2011 Reverse Proof Silver Eagle

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