2009-DC "proofed" Silver Over-Strike, Weinman Eagle reverse

Premium quality, individually-handled, consistent with Proof-66+ grade. Some evidence of underlying host coin design may be faintly visible. Housed in a 2.5"x2.5" non-PVC flip and includes a small certificate. Adolph Weinman Eagle reverse design type.

The US Mint has produced proof versions of their popular Silver Eagles in every year from 1986 through 2008, and again from 2010 onward. But no 2009-dated proof Silver Eagles were released by the US Mint. Each 2009-DC "proofed" Silver Eagle starts out as a US Mint produced non-proof 2009 Silver Eagle dollar with no mint mark. They are then privately over-struck with template dies to impart a proof-like finish, as well as the original Adolph Weinman Eagle design that was used on the reverse side of the Walking Liberty Half Dollar. A surplus Denver Mint coin press is used in the over-striking process. The "DC" mint mark actually has three meanings: 1) the initials of the producer, Daniel Carr; 2) "D" for surplus Denver Mint coin press; and 3) the "C" is actually a crescent moon representing Moonlight Mint.

NOTE: Defacing of US coins is legal so long as the defacement isn't for fraudulent purposes. By purchasing one or more of these, the buyer agrees to provide full disclosure of their origin when reselling them. Failure to provide potential buyers with complete and accurate information when offering these could result in criminal and/or civil fraud charges. In other words, don't try to sell to unaware buyers as original coins of this type.

The pictures accurately show what the coins look like. No photo editing was performed. There may be subtle differences between coins. Since they are over-struck on existing coins, there may be faint evidence of the original coin design showing.

Do not attempt to use these as legal tender. This product is NOT endorsed or approved by the US Mint, US Treasury, or US Government.