2026 PCGS MS-70 First Day of Issue 1 oz American Silver Eagle Coin
Admired by collectors and investors worldwide, the American Silver Eagle represents a perfect balance of classic American artistry and exceptional silver purity. Since its introduction by the United States Mint in 1986, the series has become a cornerstone of modern U.S. coinage and one of the most widely recognized silver bullion coins in the world.
Struck from 1 troy oz of .999 fine silver, the 2026 American Silver Eagle carries legal tender status in the United States with a face value of $1 USD. The examples offered here were purchased from the U.S. Mint on the very first day of their official release and subsequently submitted to PCGS for certification, where they earned a flawless MS-70 grade.
Today, SD Bullion proudly offers 2026 PCGS MS-70 First Day of Issue 1 oz American Silver Eagle Coins, combining perfect condition with a highly sought-after release designation.
Coin Highlights
- Encapsulated and graded MS-70 by PCGS;
- Bullion coin produced by the United States Mint;
- Purchased on the first day of official release;
- Contains 1 troy oz of .999 fine silver;
- Sovereign silver coin with legal tender status;
- Bears a $1 USD face value;
- Obverse features Adolph A. Weinman’s Walking Liberty design;
- Reverse displays Emily Damstra’s American bald eagle design.
The Design
The obverse features Adolph A. Weinman’s iconic Walking Liberty, originally created for the 1917 Half Dollar and now one of the most beloved designs in American numismatics. Lady Liberty strides confidently toward the rising sun, draped in the American flag and carrying oak and laurel branches symbolizing strength, peace, and victory. The inscriptions include “LIBERTY,” the motto “IN GOD WE TRUST,” and the year 2026.
The reverse showcases Emily Damstra’s Type 2 bald eagle design, depicting a powerful eagle in a poised, perching stance while holding an oak branch. This image reflects resilience, stability, and national pride. Surrounding inscriptions read “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “ONE DOLLAR,” “1 OZ,” and “FINE SILVER,” with “E PLURIBUS UNUM” completing the design.
A PCGS MS-70 “First Day of Issue” Coin
PCGS (Professional Coin Grading Service) is a leading independent grading authority that evaluates coins using the Sheldon Grading Scale, which ranges from 1 to 70.
A First Day of Issue designation confirms that the coin was purchased from the original mint on the first day of its official release and submitted immediately for grading. An MS-70 Mint State grade represents a perfect coin, free of any visible imperfections and exhibiting full original luster.
Buy 2026 PCGS MS-70 First Day of Issue 1 oz American Silver Eagle Coins at SD Bullion
Secure a flawless, first-day example of America’s most iconic silver coin by purchasing the 2026 PCGS MS-70 First Day of Issue 1 oz American Silver Eagle Coin online from SD Bullion, or contact our customer service team during regular business hours through web chat or by phone at 1(800)294-8732.