The 2010 American Silver Eagle graded MS70 by the Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) and designated First Strike represents one of the most recognized graded bullion coins available in the silver market. Struck by the United States Mint in one troy ounce of .999 fine silver, this coin carries legal tender status with a face value of one dollar and occupies a distinct position between the bullion and numismatic markets. The PCGS MS70 grade indicates a perfect coin with no post-production imperfections visible under five-times magnification, making this a notably different offering from standard ungraded Silver Eagles.
The First Strike designation from PCGS applies to coins submitted and received by PCGS within 30 days of the official release date from the United States Mint, confirming this piece was among the earliest produced in the 2010 mintage run. We carry this coin as part of our graded silver offerings for buyers who prioritize verified condition, third-party certification, and precise documentation alongside the underlying metal content.
The American Silver Eagle series launched in 1986
…The 2010 American Silver Eagle graded MS70 by the Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) and designated First Strike represents one of the most recognized graded bullion coins available in the silver market. Struck by the United States Mint in one troy ounce of .999 fine silver, this coin carries legal tender status with a face value of one dollar and occupies a distinct position between the bullion and numismatic markets. The PCGS MS70 grade indicates a perfect coin with no post-production imperfections visible under five-times magnification, making this a notably different offering from standard ungraded Silver Eagles.
The First Strike designation from PCGS applies to coins submitted and received by PCGS within 30 days of the official release date from the United States Mint, confirming this piece was among the earliest produced in the 2010 mintage run. We carry this coin as part of our graded silver offerings for buyers who prioritize verified condition, third-party certification, and precise documentation alongside the underlying metal content.
The American Silver Eagle series launched in 1986 under the Liberty Coin Act of 1985, establishing it as the official silver bullion coin of the United States. From its first year of production, the series was intended to give buyers direct access to silver backed by the full faith and credit of the United States government, with metal content and purity guaranteed by federal law. The coin's production has been continuous since 1986, making it one of the longest-running and most widely recognized sovereign silver bullion programs in the world.
By 2010, the Silver Eagle had established itself as the best-selling silver bullion coin globally, with annual mintages consistently reaching into the tens of millions. The 2010 issue was produced at the West Point Mint, which has served as the primary facility for Silver Eagle production throughout much of the series. That year's mintage exceeded 34 million coins, reflecting strong demand during a period of significant interest in physical silver.
The practice of submitting Silver Eagles for professional grading through services like PCGS became increasingly common as the market for certified bullion coins developed in the 1990s and expanded significantly through the 2000s. The MS70 designation emerged as a meaningful benchmark for collectors and buyers who wanted documented perfection alongside the standard bullion attributes of the series.
The obverse of the American Silver Eagle features Adolph A. Weinman's Walking Liberty design, originally created for the Walking Liberty Half Dollar series that ran from 1916 to 1947. The image depicts Liberty striding forward with confidence, her arms outstretched, draped in the American flag with the sun rising ahead of her. The design is widely regarded as one of the most artistically accomplished compositions in American coinage history, and its selection for the Silver Eagle series has contributed significantly to the coin's broad appeal.
The reverse was designed by John Mercanti, the 12th Chief Engraver of the United States Mint, and features a heraldic eagle with a shield at its breast, arrows in one talon, and an olive branch in the other. Above the eagle, thirteen stars represent the original colonies, and the inscriptions "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "1 OZ. FINE SILVER," and "ONE DOLLAR" confirm the coin's specifications and legal tender status. The overall composition conveys both strength and authority, reinforcing the sovereign character of the issue.
On a PCGS MS70 example, the coin's surfaces exhibit exceptional cartwheel luster with no contact marks, hairlines, or mint-caused imperfections. The strike is fully defined across all design elements, from the fine drapery folds on the obverse Liberty to the feather detail on the reverse eagle. The PCGS slab itself is labeled with the coin's grade, year, designation, and certification number, providing a permanent record of the coin's condition at the time of grading.
Every 2010 Silver Eagle PCGS MS70 First Strike we offer has been encapsulated and authenticated by the Professional Coin Grading Service, one of the two most respected third-party grading services in the numismatic industry. PCGS experts examine each coin under controlled conditions before assigning the MS70 grade, confirming the coin's metal content, strike quality, and surface integrity. The tamper-evident PCGS holder provides a durable record of that evaluation and protects the coin's surfaces from handling and environmental exposure.
We are an authorized dealer for PCGS, which means our relationship with the grading service reflects established standards and genuine authentication credentials. The First Strike designation adds a further layer of documentation, confirming the coin was received by PCGS within the first 30 days of the 2010 release. Buyers can verify any PCGS-certified coin independently using the certification number on the label through PCGS's online registry.
An MS70 grade from PCGS represents the highest possible grade on the Sheldon scale, indicating a coin with no post-production imperfections visible under five-times magnification. For a Silver Eagle of this caliber, that means fully struck design elements, unmarked fields, and surfaces that reflect the full original luster of the coin as it left the mint. The First Strike designation further confirms the coin's place within the earliest production of the 2010 mintage, a detail that carries documented significance within the certified coin market.
This coin ships encapsulated in its original PCGS hard plastic slab. The slab protects the coin from contact and handling while keeping it permanently accessible for display or examination. No additional holder or flip is necessary or included, as the PCGS encapsulation is designed to serve as long-term, archival-quality protection. The label, coin, and slab together constitute the complete product as graded and sealed by PCGS.
The base pricing of any American Silver Eagle is anchored to the current spot price of silver, with a premium applied above that level. For a PCGS MS70 First Strike example, the premium above spot reflects a combination of factors that extend well beyond the coin's metal content: the cost of PCGS certification, the documented scarcity of perfect-grade examples relative to total mintage, and the additional market demand associated with the First Strike designation.
MS70 Silver Eagles command a notable premium over their ungraded or lower-grade counterparts because the supply of certified perfect examples is genuinely limited. Not all coins submitted for grading receive an MS70, and the proportion that does varies by year and production run. The 2010 First Strike label adds further specificity to the coin's provenance, which has historically supported a separate tier of collector and buyer interest within the certified Silver Eagle market. Our pricing reflects live silver spot prices combined with a premium that accounts for these documented condition and designation factors.
American Silver Eagles are among the most liquid silver coins in the global market, and certified MS70 examples occupy a well-established niche within that broader market. The combination of sovereign issuance, guaranteed metal content, and PCGS certification provides multiple avenues for resale, including numismatic dealers, coin shows, online auction platforms, and direct dealer buyback programs. Recognition is high across all of these channels.
We operate within a two-way market that supports both buying and selling, giving customers the ability to transact on both sides through the same platform. For certified Silver Eagles, the resale environment is shaped by both the current silver spot price and the premiums associated with condition and designation at the time of sale. Understanding how these factors interact before making a purchase provides a more complete picture of the coin's total cost of ownership, and our pricing structure is designed to support that kind of informed decision-making.
For buyers who want documented perfection alongside the underlying silver content of an American Silver Eagle, the PCGS MS70 grade provides the highest available level of third-party verification. Unlike raw bullion coins, where condition is assumed rather than certified, this coin carries an independent record of its quality that is universally recognized within the numismatic and precious metals markets. That certification eliminates condition uncertainty at the point of purchase and provides clear documentation for future resale.
The First Strike designation adds a specific layer of provenance documentation that distinguishes this coin within the 2010 Silver Eagle population. Buyers who focus on certified bullion coins often view the combination of MS70 grade and First Strike label as a meaningful differentiator, particularly as the coin ages within an established registry system. The 2010 date also represents a year of historically strong Silver Eagle demand, making it a well-recognized date within the series.
As an authorized dealer for PCGS, we are positioned to offer certified coins with confidence in their authenticity and grading integrity. Every product we carry is verified before it reaches a customer, and our sourcing reflects relationships with reputable mints, wholesalers, and distributors who meet the standards we maintain. Our A rating with the Better Business Bureau and memberships in the American Numismatic Association (ANA) and the National Coin and Bullion Association (NCBA) reflect a consistent track record of operating with transparency and professionalism.
Pricing on our platform is tied to real-time market conditions and displayed clearly, with no hidden fees or opaque markup structures. We believe buyers deserve to understand what they are paying and why, which is why our pricing model is built around visibility rather than complexity. Our two-way market means you can buy and sell within the same platform, giving you access to competitive buyback pricing when the time comes to sell. Support is available at every stage of the transaction, and fulfillment is handled with the care and security that certified coins require.
Bullion Standard Pro gives members access to live, executable wholesale bid and ask pricing across our catalog, including certified Silver Eagles like this one. For a coin where both silver spot and certification premiums influence the final price, having visibility into real-time wholesale pricing on both the buy and sell side provides a meaningfully clearer picture of true market value. Members can also track portfolio valuations using live wholesale bid prices rather than estimated retail figures, which is particularly relevant for certified coins where premiums can shift with market conditions and population report changes.
Pro also includes proprietary product research and comparison tools that allow members to evaluate premium levels, bid/ask spreads, and historical pricing trends across the catalog. For a buyer assessing the 2010 PCGS MS70 First Strike alongside other certified or uncertified Silver Eagle options, these tools make it easier to evaluate relative value using objective, current market data rather than static listings or general market assumptions.
We support a broad range of payment methods to make purchasing straightforward and secure regardless of how you prefer to transact. Accepted payment options include Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, PayPal, bank-connected payments through Plaid, wire transfer, paper check, and cryptocurrency payments processed through BitPay. Each method is integrated into a secure checkout environment designed to protect your transaction from start to finish.
Payment flexibility matters, and we have structured our options to accommodate buyers across different preferences and purchase sizes. Whether you are completing a single graded coin purchase or building out a broader position, the checkout process is designed to be straightforward, transparent, and backed by a fulfillment process that handles certified coins with appropriate care.
Volume Discount Pricing Orders paid by debit card, credit card, and PayPal are an item's full list price and receive no discount. Orders paid by cryptocurrency receive a 3% discount from an item's full list price. Orders paid by eCheck (ACH), paper check, and bank wire receive a 4% discount from an item's full list price.
| Quantity | (e)Check/Wire | Crypto | CC/PayPal |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1+ | $116.33 | $118.76 | $121.18 |
1+
|
$115.30 | $117.70 | $120.10 |
Product ID: BST-0028417426
| Year | 2010 |
|---|---|
| Precious Metal Type | Silver |
| Bullion Coin Type | Eagle |
| Format | Coin |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Brand/Mint | U.S. Mint |
| Purity | 0.999 |
| Weight | 1 oz |
| Thickness (mm) | 2.98 mm |
| Diameter (mm) | 40.6 mm |
| Inner Pack (Quantity) | 20 |
| Outer Pack (Quantity) | 500 |
| Grade | MS70 |
| Grading Service | PCGS |
The 2010 American Silver Eagle graded MS70 by the Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) and designated First Strike represents one of the most recognized graded bullion coins available in the silver market. Struck by the United States Mint in one troy ounce of .999 fine silver, this coin carries legal tender status with a face value of one dollar and occupies a distinct position between the bullion and numismatic markets. The PCGS MS70 grade indicates a perfect coin with no post-production imperfections visible under five-times magnification, making this a notably different offering from standard ungraded Silver Eagles.
The First Strike designation from PCGS applies to coins submitted and received by PCGS within 30 days of the official release date from the United States Mint, confirming this piece was among the earliest produced in the 2010 mintage run. We carry this coin as part of our graded silver offerings for buyers who prioritize verified condition, third-party certification, and precise documentation alongside the underlying metal content.
The American Silver Eagle series launched in 1986
…The 2010 American Silver Eagle graded MS70 by the Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) and designated First Strike represents one of the most recognized graded bullion coins available in the silver market. Struck by the United States Mint in one troy ounce of .999 fine silver, this coin carries legal tender status with a face value of one dollar and occupies a distinct position between the bullion and numismatic markets. The PCGS MS70 grade indicates a perfect coin with no post-production imperfections visible under five-times magnification, making this a notably different offering from standard ungraded Silver Eagles.
The First Strike designation from PCGS applies to coins submitted and received by PCGS within 30 days of the official release date from the United States Mint, confirming this piece was among the earliest produced in the 2010 mintage run. We carry this coin as part of our graded silver offerings for buyers who prioritize verified condition, third-party certification, and precise documentation alongside the underlying metal content.
The American Silver Eagle series launched in 1986 under the Liberty Coin Act of 1985, establishing it as the official silver bullion coin of the United States. From its first year of production, the series was intended to give buyers direct access to silver backed by the full faith and credit of the United States government, with metal content and purity guaranteed by federal law. The coin's production has been continuous since 1986, making it one of the longest-running and most widely recognized sovereign silver bullion programs in the world.
By 2010, the Silver Eagle had established itself as the best-selling silver bullion coin globally, with annual mintages consistently reaching into the tens of millions. The 2010 issue was produced at the West Point Mint, which has served as the primary facility for Silver Eagle production throughout much of the series. That year's mintage exceeded 34 million coins, reflecting strong demand during a period of significant interest in physical silver.
The practice of submitting Silver Eagles for professional grading through services like PCGS became increasingly common as the market for certified bullion coins developed in the 1990s and expanded significantly through the 2000s. The MS70 designation emerged as a meaningful benchmark for collectors and buyers who wanted documented perfection alongside the standard bullion attributes of the series.
The obverse of the American Silver Eagle features Adolph A. Weinman's Walking Liberty design, originally created for the Walking Liberty Half Dollar series that ran from 1916 to 1947. The image depicts Liberty striding forward with confidence, her arms outstretched, draped in the American flag with the sun rising ahead of her. The design is widely regarded as one of the most artistically accomplished compositions in American coinage history, and its selection for the Silver Eagle series has contributed significantly to the coin's broad appeal.
The reverse was designed by John Mercanti, the 12th Chief Engraver of the United States Mint, and features a heraldic eagle with a shield at its breast, arrows in one talon, and an olive branch in the other. Above the eagle, thirteen stars represent the original colonies, and the inscriptions "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "1 OZ. FINE SILVER," and "ONE DOLLAR" confirm the coin's specifications and legal tender status. The overall composition conveys both strength and authority, reinforcing the sovereign character of the issue.
On a PCGS MS70 example, the coin's surfaces exhibit exceptional cartwheel luster with no contact marks, hairlines, or mint-caused imperfections. The strike is fully defined across all design elements, from the fine drapery folds on the obverse Liberty to the feather detail on the reverse eagle. The PCGS slab itself is labeled with the coin's grade, year, designation, and certification number, providing a permanent record of the coin's condition at the time of grading.
Every 2010 Silver Eagle PCGS MS70 First Strike we offer has been encapsulated and authenticated by the Professional Coin Grading Service, one of the two most respected third-party grading services in the numismatic industry. PCGS experts examine each coin under controlled conditions before assigning the MS70 grade, confirming the coin's metal content, strike quality, and surface integrity. The tamper-evident PCGS holder provides a durable record of that evaluation and protects the coin's surfaces from handling and environmental exposure.
We are an authorized dealer for PCGS, which means our relationship with the grading service reflects established standards and genuine authentication credentials. The First Strike designation adds a further layer of documentation, confirming the coin was received by PCGS within the first 30 days of the 2010 release. Buyers can verify any PCGS-certified coin independently using the certification number on the label through PCGS's online registry.
An MS70 grade from PCGS represents the highest possible grade on the Sheldon scale, indicating a coin with no post-production imperfections visible under five-times magnification. For a Silver Eagle of this caliber, that means fully struck design elements, unmarked fields, and surfaces that reflect the full original luster of the coin as it left the mint. The First Strike designation further confirms the coin's place within the earliest production of the 2010 mintage, a detail that carries documented significance within the certified coin market.
This coin ships encapsulated in its original PCGS hard plastic slab. The slab protects the coin from contact and handling while keeping it permanently accessible for display or examination. No additional holder or flip is necessary or included, as the PCGS encapsulation is designed to serve as long-term, archival-quality protection. The label, coin, and slab together constitute the complete product as graded and sealed by PCGS.
The base pricing of any American Silver Eagle is anchored to the current spot price of silver, with a premium applied above that level. For a PCGS MS70 First Strike example, the premium above spot reflects a combination of factors that extend well beyond the coin's metal content: the cost of PCGS certification, the documented scarcity of perfect-grade examples relative to total mintage, and the additional market demand associated with the First Strike designation.
MS70 Silver Eagles command a notable premium over their ungraded or lower-grade counterparts because the supply of certified perfect examples is genuinely limited. Not all coins submitted for grading receive an MS70, and the proportion that does varies by year and production run. The 2010 First Strike label adds further specificity to the coin's provenance, which has historically supported a separate tier of collector and buyer interest within the certified Silver Eagle market. Our pricing reflects live silver spot prices combined with a premium that accounts for these documented condition and designation factors.
American Silver Eagles are among the most liquid silver coins in the global market, and certified MS70 examples occupy a well-established niche within that broader market. The combination of sovereign issuance, guaranteed metal content, and PCGS certification provides multiple avenues for resale, including numismatic dealers, coin shows, online auction platforms, and direct dealer buyback programs. Recognition is high across all of these channels.
We operate within a two-way market that supports both buying and selling, giving customers the ability to transact on both sides through the same platform. For certified Silver Eagles, the resale environment is shaped by both the current silver spot price and the premiums associated with condition and designation at the time of sale. Understanding how these factors interact before making a purchase provides a more complete picture of the coin's total cost of ownership, and our pricing structure is designed to support that kind of informed decision-making.
For buyers who want documented perfection alongside the underlying silver content of an American Silver Eagle, the PCGS MS70 grade provides the highest available level of third-party verification. Unlike raw bullion coins, where condition is assumed rather than certified, this coin carries an independent record of its quality that is universally recognized within the numismatic and precious metals markets. That certification eliminates condition uncertainty at the point of purchase and provides clear documentation for future resale.
The First Strike designation adds a specific layer of provenance documentation that distinguishes this coin within the 2010 Silver Eagle population. Buyers who focus on certified bullion coins often view the combination of MS70 grade and First Strike label as a meaningful differentiator, particularly as the coin ages within an established registry system. The 2010 date also represents a year of historically strong Silver Eagle demand, making it a well-recognized date within the series.
As an authorized dealer for PCGS, we are positioned to offer certified coins with confidence in their authenticity and grading integrity. Every product we carry is verified before it reaches a customer, and our sourcing reflects relationships with reputable mints, wholesalers, and distributors who meet the standards we maintain. Our A rating with the Better Business Bureau and memberships in the American Numismatic Association (ANA) and the National Coin and Bullion Association (NCBA) reflect a consistent track record of operating with transparency and professionalism.
Pricing on our platform is tied to real-time market conditions and displayed clearly, with no hidden fees or opaque markup structures. We believe buyers deserve to understand what they are paying and why, which is why our pricing model is built around visibility rather than complexity. Our two-way market means you can buy and sell within the same platform, giving you access to competitive buyback pricing when the time comes to sell. Support is available at every stage of the transaction, and fulfillment is handled with the care and security that certified coins require.
Bullion Standard Pro gives members access to live, executable wholesale bid and ask pricing across our catalog, including certified Silver Eagles like this one. For a coin where both silver spot and certification premiums influence the final price, having visibility into real-time wholesale pricing on both the buy and sell side provides a meaningfully clearer picture of true market value. Members can also track portfolio valuations using live wholesale bid prices rather than estimated retail figures, which is particularly relevant for certified coins where premiums can shift with market conditions and population report changes.
Pro also includes proprietary product research and comparison tools that allow members to evaluate premium levels, bid/ask spreads, and historical pricing trends across the catalog. For a buyer assessing the 2010 PCGS MS70 First Strike alongside other certified or uncertified Silver Eagle options, these tools make it easier to evaluate relative value using objective, current market data rather than static listings or general market assumptions.
We support a broad range of payment methods to make purchasing straightforward and secure regardless of how you prefer to transact. Accepted payment options include Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, PayPal, bank-connected payments through Plaid, wire transfer, paper check, and cryptocurrency payments processed through BitPay. Each method is integrated into a secure checkout environment designed to protect your transaction from start to finish.
Payment flexibility matters, and we have structured our options to accommodate buyers across different preferences and purchase sizes. Whether you are completing a single graded coin purchase or building out a broader position, the checkout process is designed to be straightforward, transparent, and backed by a fulfillment process that handles certified coins with appropriate care.
.png)
As low as: $115.30
As low as: $115.30
As low as: $110.29
As low as: $115.30
As low as: $115.30
As low as: $110.29
As low as: $110.29
As low as: $110.29
As low as: $110.29
As low as: $110.29
As low as: $105.29
As low as: $110.29
As low as: $61.99
As low as: $63.90
As low as: $63.00
As low as: $61.64
As low as: $599.88
As low as: $60.09
As low as: $600.89
As low as: $2,116.71
As low as: $1,083.30
As low as: $448.28
As low as: $446.83
(833) 278-4653
