Some Universities and college campuses have their traditions, unwritten rules, and things you do, and things you don’t do. Texas A & M University in College Station has such a thing that goes back many years. You see, their “quad” or large open space surrounded by classroom buildings in the middle of campus features lush green grass surrounded by a sidewalk to get from one end of the Quad to the other. And while it would make sense to cross over the grass at times to get from point A to point B, it is a long-standing tradition NOT to do such a thing, but instead take the longer walk on the sidewalk. Rumor has it you will be approached by an upper class-men, and get a real talking to on how this is an unwritten rule at A & M. What does all this have to with a 2021-W Type 1 Silver Eagle Proof? Let’s take a look at these very special coins to explain. It is a graduation tradition at the U. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland, that the newly graduated Officer, give a coin to the very first enlisted man or woman that salutes them. Those were then sent down to NGC where they were authenticated and graded and received a first-ever FIRST SALUTE pedigree. I have just 2 coins that were part of this highly and rare pedigreed program for the U. NGC does not do this sort of thing for the other branches of the military. It was a combination of some very special circumstances that made this happen. Both coins are perfect and gorgeous! They have also been Quality. To ensure there are NO milk spots or scratches. These 2 specimens in stock now have been graded a well-deserved, perfect grade of PF70 Ultra Cameo with a special Naval Academy label with the First Salute pedigree. Would be an ideal gift for any USN Veteran, Active-Duty, or Silver Eagle collector that appreciates rarity and a story to go with it. And what a special Eagle it is! Since the reverse of the coin changed last year, with the Type 1 Heraldic Eagle being retired, it was a KEY YEAR for the Silver Eagle in 1 ounce of. 999 Fine Silver with a mirrored Proof strike. The coins were struck at the U. Mint at West Point. The same West Point that is home to the Navy’s arch rival, the U. Army and the West Point Military Academy! How’s that for irony? ! Coin comes complete with storage and presentation box. Thanks for taking a look. If you need additional pictures or have questions, please ask. I’ve been providing personalized customer service for 23 years now, and it’s been my pleasure. Minted at the U. Mint – West Point. Weight – 1 Troy Ounce. Diameter – 40.6mm. Graded by NGC a perfect PF70 UCAM with the FIRST SALUTE pedigree. With a one day turnaround! If you’re not happy, I’m not happy! “Having Fun With Coins Since 1999 “. Now accepting new consignments. If this page appears scrambled, I apologize. It is due to the various IOS used in creating and viewing listing. Like shopping and watching Coin TV? Check out my COINS – AS SEEN ON TV! News, Reviews, and More! Available at CoinTalk on the web. This item is in the category “Coins & Paper Money\Bullion\Silver\Coins”. The seller is “numisamerica” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, Sweden, Korea, South, South Africa, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, New Zealand, Norway, Croatia, Republic of, Chile, Jamaica, Barbados, Bermuda, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Iceland, Jersey, Cayman Islands, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Monaco, Martinique.
- Modified Item: No
- U.S. Coast Guard: U.S. Coast Guard
- U.S. Naval Academy: U.S. Naval Academy
- Shape: Coin
- 2019 American Silver Eagle MS70: 2019 American Silver Eagle MS70
- Strike Type: Proof
- Year: 2021
- Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
- Certification Number: will vary
- Coin: American Eagle
- Fineness: 0.999
- Certification: NGC
- Precious Metal Content per Unit: 1 oz
- Grade: PR 70
- 2015 (P) Silver Eagle Philadelphia: 2015 (P) American Silver Eagle Philadelphia
- 2020-W Silver Eagle Congratulations Set: 2020-W Silver Eagle Congratulations Set
- 2017-W Silver Eagle West Point 2020: 2017-W silver eagle West Point 2020 mint hoard
- 2016-W Silver Eagle 2019 West Point: 2016-W Silver Eagle 2019 West Point hoard
- Brand/Mint: U.S. Mint
- Composition: Silver
- 2020 Silver Eagle MS70 MS69: 2020 Silver Eagle MS70 ms69
- 2020 (S) Silver Eagle San francisco: 2020 (S) Silver Eagle San Francisco proof
- type 1: type 1
- 2016-W Silver Eagle Proof: 2016-W Silver Eagle proof
- 2019-W silver eagle: 2019-W silver eagle
- 2020-S American Silver Eagle: 2020-S American Silver eagle
- 2020 (P) Silver eagle Emergency: 2020 (P) silver eagle Emergency Philadelphia
- 2020-W Silver Eagle 75th WWII: 2020-W Silver Eagle 75th WWII V75
- 2020 (S) Silver eagle emergency: 2020 (s) Silver Eagle emergency
- 2021 (S) American silver Eagle: 2021 (S) American silver Eagle
- Total Precious Metal Content: 1 Oz
- 2021 silver Eagle MS70 NGC PCGS: 2121 silver Eagle MS70 NGC PCGS
- 2021 (P) Silver Eagle emergency: 2021 (P) Silver Eagle emergency
- John Mercanti: John Mercanti
- 2022 silver eagle: 2022 silver eagle
- 2022-W Silver Eagle Congratulations: 2022-W Silver Eagle Congratulations Set
- 2022-W Burnished Silver Eagle: 2022-W Burnished Silver Eagle
- U.S. Navy coin: U.S. Navy coin
- U.S. Army: U.S. Army
- United States Marine Corps USMC: United States Marine Corps USMC
- U.S. Air Force: U.S. Air Force