2011-S American Silver Eagle Burnished : A Collector’s Guide.

The 2011-S Burnished American Silver Eagle is part of the 25th Anniversary Silver Eagle Set, celebrating the Silver Eagle series launched in 1986. It is unique because of its “S” mintmark, denoting the San Francisco Mint, and its burnished finish, making it a key collectible for numismatists.

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Burnished coins are struck on specially prepared planchets (coin blanks) with a matte-like, satin finish. This gives the coin a unique appearance compared to the standard proof or uncirculated Silver Eagles.

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The 2011-S Burnished Silver Eagle has an estimated mintage of 100,000 coins, making it one of the scarcer entries in the Silver Eagle series, especially compared to its regular bullion counterparts.

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The “S” mintmark on the reverse side below the eagle indicates the coin was struck at the San Francisco Mint. Burnished Silver Eagles are only produced in limited years, with 2011 being a special anniversary release.

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Obverse: Features Adolph A. Weinman’s classic Walking Liberty design, symbolizing freedom and hope.

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Raw Coins: A 2011-S Burnished Silver Eagle typically sells for $150-$300, depending on condition.

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There are no major error varieties for the 2011-S Burnished Silver Eagle, but collectors highly prize coins with perfect strike quality or strong luster. Grading services sometimes designate coins with exceptional finishes as “Early Releases” or “First Strikes”, which can add value.

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The 2011-S Burnished Silver Eagle is a must-have for Silver Eagle enthusiasts, particularly those building complete date-and-mintmark sets. Its limited mintage and anniversary significance make it especially desirable.

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