A First-of-Its-Kind Silver Eagle with a Unique, Modern Finish

This listing offers a remarkable and highly collectible piece of modern American numismatics. It is a 2024 American Silver Eagle, officially certified and encapsulated by the Independent Coin Graders, or ICG, with a Brilliant Uncirculated grade. This coin represents a groundbreaking release in the iconic Silver Eagle series, featuring a historic Star Privy mark on the obverse, a first for a United States Mint bullion coin.

Beyond its numismatic significance, this coin has been treated with a striking Black Ruthenium finish, a rare metal from the platinum family, making it a standout piece for any modern collection. The star privy mark has been highlighted with a golden overlay to create a stunning contrast against the dark metallic background. This is a limited-edition piece, numbered 1 of 1,000, adding an extra layer of exclusivity to your purchase.

Historical Context: The 2024 Star Privy Silver Eagle

The 2024 American Silver Eagle marks the first time in the coin's 38-year history that a Mint State Silver Eagle has featured a privy mark. This five-pointed star was struck onto the coin to commemorate a collaboration with the mobile game Eighth Era, which offers real physical coin rewards through gameplay.

With a total mintage of just 500,000 coins, this release holds the distinction of being the lowest-minted bullion Silver Eagle ever produced. The coins were struck at the historic Philadelphia Mint, and while they do not carry a P mint mark, the distinctive star privy mark serves as the sole identifier linking the coin to its origin.

Design and Specifications

The obverse features Adolph A. Weinman's iconic Walking Liberty design from 1916. Lady Liberty strides toward the rising sun, draped in the American flag and holding branches of laurel and oak. The five-pointed star privy mark is located near the designer's initials AW. The reverse, designed by Emily Damstra for the Type 2 design introduced in 2021, features a majestic Bald Eagle in flight, clutching an oak branch in its talons, symbolizing strength and endurance. The coin has been enhanced with a rare black ruthenium coating, with the star privy highlighted in gold.

Product Specifications

Denomination: 1 Dollar
Year: 2024
Mint: Philadelphia, implied
Finish: Black Ruthenium with Gold Highlight
Grade: Brilliant Uncirculated
Certification: ICG
Composition: .999 Fine Silver
Weight: 1 troy ounce, 31.103 grams
Diameter: 40.6 millimeters
Edge: Reeded
Privy Mark: Star
Total Mintage: 500,000 coins
Limited Edition: 1 of 1,000

Understanding the Brilliant Uncirculated Grade

The Brilliant Uncirculated designation from ICG is an adjectival grade used for bulk submissions. It indicates that the coin meets the minimum requirements for a Mint State 60, or MS60, coin, meaning it shows no wear from circulation and retains its original mint luster.

This coin is encapsulated in an official ICG protective slab, providing third-party verification of its authenticity and condition. The label confirms the coin's Brilliant Uncirculated grade and its status as part of the Star Privy series.

Why This Coin Deserves a Place in Your Collection

This is a historic first issue, the first-ever privy mark on a United States Mint bullion Silver Eagle. It holds the lowest mintage ever, with only 500,000 produced, making it the lowest mintage in the Silver Eagle series history. It is an exclusive limited edition, numbered 1 of 1,000 in the Black Ruthenium finish series, a rare metal that is 100 times rarer than platinum. It carries certified authenticity, encapsulated by ICG with a Brilliant Uncirculated grade, guaranteeing its problem-free status. Most of all, it features an iconic design with the classic Walking Liberty obverse and the modern Type 2 eagle reverse.

This coin is more than currency. It is a first-of-its-kind Silver Eagle with a unique, modern finish, offering a historic privy mark issue in an exclusive limited edition. For the discerning collector, it represents a truly significant and desirable acquisition.

The auction is live. Coins of this caliber do not appear often. Place your bid and secure this remarkable piece of history for your collection.

Dimensions:
Height 6, Width 4, Depth 0.5 inches
Weight 0.5 lbs

Condition:
Excellent

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In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.

• Low Estimate: 150.00
• High Estimate: 300.00