2015-W American Silver Eagle NGC PF70 UCAM John Mercanti Signed

2015-W Proof American Silver Eagle Certified by NGC as PF70 Ultra-Cameo hand signed by John Mercanti.  NGC’s encapsulation guarantees the coin's PF70 (perfect 70) condition.  John Mercanti designed and engraved the reverse of the silver eagle.

Coin Specifications:

• Contains 99.9% Pure Silver
• Silver Diameter: 1.598 inches (40.60 mm)
• Weight: 1 troy oz.
• Edge: Reeded Mint
• Minted: Philadelphia
• Adolph A. Weinman designed the obverse known as The Walking Liberty and John Mercanti designed the reverse.
• Brand: U.S. Mint

Who is John Mercanti and Why His Signature Matters on Certified Silver Eagles (1986–2021)

John Mercanti is one of the most influential figures in modern U.S. coinage. He served as the 12th Chief Engraver of the United States Mint, holding the position from 2006 until his retirement in 2010. Over the course of his career, he designed more coin and medal designs than any other U.S. Mint employee in history.

Most notably, Mercanti designed the original reverse of the American Silver Eagle, used from the coin’s debut in 1986 through 2021. His heraldic eagle—with shield, olive branch, and arrows—became one of the most iconic and widely recognized coin designs in the world.

Certified Silver Eagles bearing John Mercanti’s hand-signed label are especially prized by collectors for their direct connection to the designer of the reverse. These signed labels add authenticity, exclusivity, and historical relevance—especially to coins from the original design era (1986–2021).

Whether you're building a set or adding a standout piece to your collection, a Mercanti-signed Silver Eagle offers both artistic legacy and collector prestige.

*The coin pictured is only a representation of the coin you will receive, not the exact coin (serial numbers will vary).