There are few silver bullion coins that match the broad recognition of the American Silver Eagle. For many years, this coin has been a familiar choice for investors across the United States and has also gained steady attention from buyers worldwide. Interest in American Silver Eagles surged in 2020 as global financial markets were shaken by the pandemic, prompting the US Mint to seek additional production support beginning in April. To help keep up with strong investor demand, the Philadelphia Mint was brought in to assist with striking Silver Eagles. Today, certified 2020 (P) 1 oz American Silver Eagle Coins from this special emergency production are available from BullionMax.

Coin Highlights:

• Comes with a protective plastic slab!
• 35th issue of American Silver Eagles!
• Emergency Production at the Philadelphia Mint!
• Limited availability of certified coins!
• Contains 1 troy oz of .999 pure silver.
• The face value of $1 (USD) is backed by the US government.
• Graded Mint State 69 by the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation.
• On the obverse is Walking Liberty.
• The reverse features the heraldic eagle.
• Please note that these coins do NOT have a P mint mark.

In March 2020, global markets experienced sharp volatility as the pandemic caused widespread economic uncertainty. Stock markets declined rapidly, and many investors shifted toward traditional safe-haven assets like gold and silver. In response to heightened demand, the West Point Mint quickly exhausted its supply of 2020 Silver Eagles. Production efforts were further challenged by temporary shutdowns and reduced staffing levels designed to protect Mint employees. To help ensure continued availability, the Philadelphia Mint stepped in and struck a total of 240,000 American Silver Eagles as part of an emergency production initiative.

All 2020 (P) 1 oz American Silver Eagle Coins offered here are housed in protective plastic slabs and feature an NGC label with the Emergency Production designation. Each coin has been graded Mint State 69, indicating strong visual appeal with full mint luster. At this grade, coins may display no more than two very small imperfections, such as faint contact marks or light hairlines, and these must be located outside the main focal areas of the design.

The obverse of the 2020 (P) American Silver Eagle displays Adolph A. Weinman’s iconic Walking Liberty design. Liberty is shown moving toward the sunrise, wrapped in the American flag and carrying branches of laurel and oak. This image reflects themes of hope, strength, and forward movement that have long been associated with the series.

On the reverse of the 2020 (P) 1 oz Silver Eagle Coin is John Mercanti’s heraldic eagle design. The eagle is shown with a shield on its chest while holding an olive branch and arrows, symbolizing the nation’s readiness for peace and defense.

If you have any questions, please contact BullionMax. Our team is available by phone at 800-729-3202, online through our web chat, or via email.