American Silver Eagle Appraisal

2019-W Burnished American Silver Eagle PCGS SP70

This item is a 2019-W Burnished Silver Eagle coin, encapsulated and graded by PCGS as SP70. The coin itself is made of silver, exhibiting the classic 'Walking Liberty' design on the obverse, created by Adolph A. Weinman. Lady Liberty is depicted striding towards the viewer's left, her right arm outstretched, and her left arm holding oak and laurel branches. The American flag is draped around her shoulders and body. The detail of her flowing gown and hair, along with the sun rising in the background with its rays emanating, are clearly visible. The year '2019' is inscribed at the bottom. To the right of Lady Liberty, the motto 'IN GOD WE TRUST' is present. The 'W' mint mark, indicating it was minted at the West Point Mint, is visible on the slab label. The coin appears to be in pristine condition, as indicated by its SP70 grade, which signifies a Specimen strike coin in perfect physical condition, with no post-production imperfections at 5x magnification. The burnished finish gives it a satiny luster, distinct from proof or brilliant uncirculated finishes. The coin is housed in a clear, hard plastic slab, characteristic of PCGS (Professional Coin Grading Service) grading, which offers protection and preserves its graded state. The yellow label at the top of the slab provides key information: '2019-W', 'WEST POINT', 'PCGS SP70', and 'Burnished Silver Eagle', along with the denomination '$1' on the top right. There are no visible signs of wear, scratches, or damage on the coin or the slab, consistent with its high grade. The craftsmanship is evident in the intricate details of the design and the superior strike quality of a specimen coin. This coin belongs to the modern era of US coinage, specifically a collectible variant of the American Silver Eagle series.