2014-W American Silver Eagle NGC PF70 UCAM Mercanti Signed

2014-W Proof American Silver Eagle – NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo – Hand-Signed by John Mercanti

This 2014-W Proof American Silver Eagle has been graded by NGC in a perfect PF70 Ultra Cameo condition and features the hand signature of John Mercanti, the 12th Chief Engraver of the U.S. Mint. NGC’s encapsulation guarantees its flawless PF70 status, the highest possible grade for proof coins.

For 35 years (1986–2021), the U.S. Mint struck the American Silver Eagle with the same iconic design. This legacy makes Mercanti-signed coins some of the most highly sought-after and valuable modern graded pieces available today.

If you’re a collector of PF70 Silver Eagles, this 2014-W Mercanti-signed example is an essential addition to your collection.

Coin Specifications:

• Composition: 99.9% Pure Silver

• Weight: 1 Troy Ounce (31.103 grams)

• Diameter: 1.598 inches (40.60 mm)

• Edge: Reeded

• Mint: West Point (W)

• Obverse: Walking Liberty, designed by Adolph A. Weinman

• Reverse: Heraldic Eagle, designed and engraved by John Mercanti

• Brand: U.S. Mint

Who is John Mercanti and Why His Signature Matters (1986–2021)

John Mercanti is one of the most influential figures in modern American numismatics. As the 12th Chief Engraver of the United States Mint, he served from 2006 to 2010 and created more coin and medal designs than any other Mint artist in history.

His most iconic work is the original reverse design of the American Silver Eagle, featuring the heraldic eagle with a shield, olive branch, arrows, and a banner in its beak reading “E PLURIBUS UNUM.” This design was in use from the coin’s launch in 1986 until 2021.

Mercanti’s hand-signed NGC labels add a layer of authenticity, exclusivity, and historical significance to each coin, making them especially desirable for collectors focused on the original-era Silver Eagles.

The coin pictured is for reference only. The actual coin you receive may have a different serial number.