{"product_id":"1997-american-silver-eagle-ngc-pf69-1-oz-999-fine-silver","title":"1997 American Silver Eagle NGC PF69 - 1 oz .999 Fine Silver","description":"\u003cp\u003eA breathtaking example of the 1997 American Silver Eagle proof, independently certified by NGC at PF69 — one of the finest grades awarded by the world's most trusted coin grading authority. This coin showcases the deep, mirror-like fields and boldly frosted devices that define a world-class proof strike, with the stunning cameo contrast that makes certified Silver Eagles so captivating in hand. The 1997 issue is a sought-after mid-series date with strong collector demand, and this NGC PF69 example represents the pinnacle of what this year has to offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoin Highlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNGC PF69 Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Independently authenticated and graded PF69 by NGC — one of the finest grades achievable, awarded to coins with exceptional proof quality and stunning visual appeal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1997 — Twelfth Year of Issue:\u003c\/strong\u003e A mid-series date from the twelfth year of the American Silver Eagle program, struck at the Philadelphia Mint and actively sought by date-set collectors completing their proof runs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWalking Liberty Obverse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adolph A. Weinman's iconic 1916 design, rendered in brilliant proof with deep cameo contrast between frosted devices and mirror-like fields.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJohn Mercanti Reverse:\u003c\/strong\u003e The original heraldic eagle reverse design that defined the series for its first 35 years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eU.S. Government Guaranteed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full government backing for weight and purity from the U.S. Mint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e999 Fine Silver:\u003c\/strong\u003e One troy ounce of .999 fine silver.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eObverse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lady Liberty strides confidently toward the dawn, the American flag draped across her shoulders — Weinman's enduring symbol of resilience and forward motion, brought to life in proof perfection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReverse:\u003c\/strong\u003e A bold heraldic eagle with shield, arrows, and olive branch — John Mercanti's classic design that anchored the American Silver Eagle series from its very beginning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1997\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 troy oz (31.103 g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePurity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e.999 fine silver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40.6 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEdge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReeded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNGC PF69\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhiladelphia Mint (U.S. Mint)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMint Mark\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Significance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1997 American Silver Eagle proof was struck in the twelfth year of the program — a period when the series had firmly established itself as the premier silver bullion coin program in the United States and one of the most collected proof coin series in the world. The 1997 issue is a clean, desirable date for date-set collectors and silver enthusiasts alike. With NGC's PF69 certification, you're getting a coin independently verified to meet the highest standards of proof quality — one that commands attention in any collection and holds its appeal for generations of collectors to come.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"U.S. Mint","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53137059053862,"sku":null,"price":124.62,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1013\/7390\/3142\/files\/1997-american-silver-eagle-ngc-pf69_1.jpg?v=1780199987","url":"https:\/\/oneinabullion.com\/products\/1997-american-silver-eagle-ngc-pf69-1-oz-999-fine-silver","provider":"One in a Bullion","version":"1.0","type":"link"}