The United States Mint will release its final "S" proof American Silver Eagle today at noon ET, marking the end of the San Francisco Mint’s long-running proof Silver Eagle series.
Before turning to the conclusion of the series, let’s take a closer look at the coin itself. Struck at the San Francisco Mint, the proof Silver Eagle mirrors the West Point version released earlier this year. Its primary distinction is the "S" mintmark, denoting its origin. These coins also tend to carry lower mintages than their "W" counterparts.
Beyond that, the San Francisco proof Silver Eagle features the same obverse (heads) and reverse (tails) designs as its West Point counterpart. Specifications are also identical: one ounce of 99.9% silver, paired with the Mint’s proof finish showcasing mirror-like fields and frosted design elements.
As for the series fate, the Mint announced:
"There are currently no further releases scheduled for this product beyond 2025 as we create new numismatic products to enhance your collection," indicates the U.S. Mint about San Francisco produced proof Silver Eagles.
For the foreseeable future, this will be the last proof Silver Eagle from San Francisco. That reality is certain to heighten its appeal among collectors.
Design of American Silver Eagle Proof Coin
Since American Silver Eagle debuted in 1986, Adolph A. Weinman’s classic Walking Liberty design has appeared on the obverse of every coin. Liberty is shown in full stride, draped in the folds of the flag, with her right hand extended and branches of laurel and oak in her left. Inscriptions read "LIBERTY," "IN GOD WE TRUST," and "2025."
The design was refined in 2021 to more closely reflect Weinman’s original vision. To achieve this, the Mint drew on historical assets from its vaults and applied modern technology to sharpen the image.
The reverse features an eagle coming in for a landing with an oak branch in its talons, created by Artistic Infusion Program designer Emily Damstra and sculpted by Mint Medallic Artist Michael Gaudioso. Introduced in 2021, this design replaced John Mercanti’s heraldic eagle reverse, which had appeared on Silver Eagles since the series’ inception.
Reverse inscriptions read: "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "E PLURIBUS UNUM," "1 OZ. FINE SILVER," and "ONE DOLLAR."
Each coin also carries a reeded edge variation, serving as an anti-counterfeiting measure.
| Denomination: | $1 |
| Composition: | 99.9% Silver |
| Weight: | 1.000 troy oz. (31.103 grams) |
| Diameter: | 1.598 inches (40.60 mm) |
| Edge: | Reeded |
| Mint and Mint Mark: | San Francisco – S |
Ordering, Price, Mintage, and Last Year’s Coin Sales
Those interest in obtaining the last planned San Francisco-produced Proof American Silver Eagles can do so through the U.S. Mint’s online page dedicated to American Eagle coins.
Each coin is encapsulated, presented in a black velvet, satin-lined case, and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. Pricing is set at $95.
The product is limited to 110,100 units, while the coin itself carries a mintage of 158,008. It will also be a part of the Mint’s eight-coin 2024 Limited Edition Silver Proof Set, scheduled for release on Nov. 6. An initial household order limit of 10 applies.
Last year’s edition remains available individually, with sales of 158,812, and as part of the 2025 Limited Edition Silver Proof Set, which has reached 25,428, for a combined total of 184,240 through Sept. 21.
