American Eagle 1 oz Silver 2017 Black Rhodium Gilded
The American Eagle 1 oz Silver 2017 Black Rhodium Gilded is a unique version of the most popular silver bullion coin from the United States. This edition has been coated with black rhodium, with selected details additionally highlighted in gold, giving it a distinctive appearance and collectible appeal. The coin was struck by the United States Mint from one troy ounce of .999 fine silver. It carries the classic face value of 1 US dollar and was issued in 2017. Thanks to its unusual finish, it stands out from standard issues of this coin. Obverse features the personification of Liberty walking toward the rising sun, with the American flag flowing behind her. Along the rim is the inscription "LIBERTY", and below are the year of issue and the motto "IN GOD WE TRUST". The obverse design was created by Adolph A. Weinman and is also known from the Walking Liberty Half Dollar. Reverse depicts a heraldic eagle with a shield, holding an olive branch and arrows in its talons. Above the eagle’s head are 13 stars representing the original colonies. Surrounding inscriptions read: "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA", "1 OZ. FINE SILVER ~ ONE DOLLAR", and the motto "E PLURIBUS UNUM".