The 2009 Silver Eagle coin cancellations sting many collectors the most following yesterday’s US Mint announcement that it would not offer several long awaited and anticipated 2009 products.
For many weeks now, collector questions, concerns and worry increased about the possibility of this very thing happening — especially to the proof Silver Eagle. The thought of forever having a gapping hole in a 23-year old collection is severely disappointing, but now a reality.
“Because of unprecedented demand for American Eagle Gold and Silver Bullion Coins, the United States Mint suspended production of 2009 proof and uncirculated versions of these coins.
All available 22-karat gold and silver bullion blanks are being allocated to the American Eagle Gold and American Eagle Silver Bullion Coin Programs, as mandated by Public Law 99-185 and Public Law 99-61, respectively.
Both laws direct the agency to produce these coins in quantities sufficient to meet public demand. The proof and uncirculated versions of the American Eagle Gold and Silver Proof Coins are not mandated by law.”
Of interesting note, there is still a means to buy an uncirculated 2008-dated American Silver Eagle directly from the US Mint. One is included in the 2008 US Mint Annual Uncirculated Dollar Set for $37.95. They may also be purchased through the Mint’s toll-free number, 1-800-USA-MINT (872-6468).
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2008-W Silver Eagle - NGC PF69 Ultra Cam, Early Release US $52.44 (8 Bids) Auction Ends: Thursday Sep-09-2010 8:29:52 PDT | Watch this Item |
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2006 W 2007 W 2008 W Silver Eagles NGC MS 70 US $475.00 (0 Bid) Auction Ends: Thursday Sep-09-2010 9:01:55 PDT | Watch this Item |
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2006 W 2007 W 2008 W Silver Eagles NGC MS 69 US $200.00 (0 Bid) Auction Ends: Thursday Sep-09-2010 9:03:31 PDT | Watch this Item |
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2008 PERFECT UNCIRCULATED SILVER EAGLE WITH W MINT MARK US $54.95 (0 Bid) Auction Ends: Thursday Sep-09-2010 9:07:47 PDT | Watch this Item |
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2008-W SILVER EAGLE REVERSE OF 2007 PCGS MS70 US $1,649.95 (0 Bid) Auction Ends: Thursday Sep-09-2010 9:41:00 PDT | Watch this Item |
