

1990 American Silver Eagle
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The 1990 American Silver Eagle is the fifth coin in the series and continues the tradition of high-quality design and craftsmanship that has made the Silver Eagle one of the most popular and sought-after bullion coins in the world. It is composed of one ounce of .999 fine silver, like all Silver Eagles, and features the same iconic designs established in the early years of the series.
Obverse Design:
The obverse of the 1990 Silver Eagle features the Walking Liberty design by Adolph A. Weinman, which has become an enduring symbol of American freedom. Lady Liberty is depicted in full stride, walking toward the rising sun, draped in the American flag. She holds an olive branch in her right hand, symbolizing peace, and her left hand holds the folds of her robe. The inscriptions on the obverse are LIBERTY, IN GOD WE TRUST, and the year 1990, with the design exuding a sense of optimism and strength.
Reverse Design:
On the reverse, John M. Mercanti’s heraldic eagle design is featured. The eagle is shown with a shield on its chest, holding an olive branch in one talon and arrows in the other, symbolizing peace and readiness for defense. Above the eagle are 13 stars, representing the original 13 American colonies. The reverse also carries the inscriptions UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1 OZ. FINE SILVER, and E PLURIBUS UNUM, reinforcing the coin’s connection to American heritage and values.
Collector Value:
While the 1990 American Silver Eagle is not among the rarest of the early years, it is still highly sought after by collectors due to its place in the series and the lasting popularity of the Silver Eagle program. The value of the coin fluctuates with the market price of silver, but collectors often place a premium on the earlier years, such as the 1990, because of their historical significance as part of the foundational years of the series.
The 1990 coin, like others from the late '80s and early '90s, remains an important piece in completing a full set of Silver Eagles, particularly for those who focus on the early years of issue. The coin's appeal is driven not just by its silver content, but by its design, its place in American numismatic history, and its status within the broader collection of American Silver Eagles.
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