The 2011 5 oz America the Beautiful Olympic National Park silver coin is a large-format legal tender issue struck by the United States Mint as part of its America the Beautiful Quarters program, expanded into a collector and bullion series for five troy ounce strikes. Composed of .999 fine silver, each coin carries a face value of twenty-five cents and bears the same design as the circulating quarter released that year honoring Olympic National Park in Washington state. The substantial weight and diameter make this a distinctly different product from standard sovereign coinage, occupying a category where bullion and numismatic interest intersect.
This particular example has been certified by NGC at the MS69PL grade, designating a near-perfect specimen with a prooflike surface finish. The PL designation reflects exceptional reflectivity in the fields, a characteristic that elevates these coins visually and from a grading perspective well beyond standard bullion strikes. We carry certified examples like this for collectors and buyers who place a premium on independently authenticated condition.
The 2011 5 oz America the Beautiful Olympic National Park silver coin is a large-format legal tender issue struck by the United States Mint as part of its America the Beautiful Quarters program, expanded into a collector and bullion series for five troy ounce strikes. Composed of .999 fine silver, each coin carries a face value of twenty-five cents and bears the same design as the circulating quarter released that year honoring Olympic National Park in Washington state. The substantial weight and diameter make this a distinctly different product from standard sovereign coinage, occupying a category where bullion and numismatic interest intersect.
This particular example has been certified by NGC at the MS69PL grade, designating a near-perfect specimen with a prooflike surface finish. The PL designation reflects exceptional reflectivity in the fields, a characteristic that elevates these coins visually and from a grading perspective well beyond standard bullion strikes. We carry certified examples like this for collectors and buyers who place a premium on independently authenticated condition.
The America the Beautiful Quarters program was authorized by Congress in 2010 under the America's Beautiful National Parks Quarter Dollar Coin Act. The program was designed to honor fifty-six national parks and other national sites across the United States, its territories, and the District of Columbia, releasing five new reverse designs each year through 2021. The United States Mint simultaneously produced a companion series of five troy ounce silver bullion coins sharing the same designs, intended to serve the collector and precious metals market with a more substantial format.
Olympic National Park, located in the northwestern corner of Washington state, was established as a national monument in 1909 and designated a national park in 1938. Its inclusion in the 2011 program represented the fourth of that year's five design releases. The park's diverse ecosystems, spanning temperate rainforest, rugged coastline, and glaciated peaks, made it a visually distinctive subject for the series. The 2011 five ounce silver issues were among the earlier releases in the program, produced during a period when collector demand for the format was at a particularly elevated level.
The obverse of the coin features a right-facing portrait of George Washington adapted from the original design by John Flanagan, first introduced on the Washington quarter in 1932. The inscriptions "LIBERTY," "IN GOD WE TRUST," and the year of issue appear in their standard positions around the portrait. The design is immediately recognizable and carries the visual authority of over eighty years of continuous use on American coinage.
The reverse depicts a Roosevelt elk standing in the foreground of a lush forest landscape, a design specifically developed for the Olympic National Park quarter by United States Mint sculptor-engraver Susan Gamble and engraved by Charles Vickers. The composition conveys the depth and natural character of the park's ecosystems. Inscriptions include "OLYMPIC," "WASHINGTON," "E PLURIBUS UNUM," and "QUARTER DOLLAR," with the mint mark appearing in the design field.
On MS69PL examples, the contrast between the highly reflective fields and the frosted, detailed relief elements is particularly pronounced. The prooflike surface finish results from dies that retain a mirror-quality polish, producing a visual effect that closely resembles proof coinage without the coin being struck under proof conditions. On a five ounce canvas, the effect is striking and contributes substantially to the coin's visual presence.
NGC certification at the MS69PL level provides independent third-party verification of both the coin's authenticity and its condition. Each graded coin is encapsulated in a tamper-evident NGC holder with a label identifying the coin, its grade, and its certification number, which can be verified directly through NGC's online registry. This eliminates the ambiguity that can come with raw coins of this type and size.
We are an authorized dealer for both NGC and PCGS, which means we work directly within the established infrastructure of professional numismatic grading. The United States Mint produces these coins to .999 fine silver standards with rigorous quality controls, and the NGC encapsulation adds a further layer of confidence about the specific specimen's grade and authenticity. Buyers can purchase with clarity about exactly what they are receiving.
The MS69 grade on the NGC scale indicates a coin with fully struck details and exceptional overall quality, with only minor imperfections visible under magnification that prevent a perfect MS70 designation. At this grade level, the coin is effectively pristine for all practical purposes. The PL designation confirms that the fields exhibit mirror-like reflectivity consistent with a prooflike strike, adding a distinct visual characteristic that sets it apart from standard bullion-finish strikes of the same design.
This coin ships in its NGC tamper-evident slab, which functions as both protective packaging and a permanent certificate of grade and authenticity. The encapsulation protects the coin's surfaces from contact and environmental exposure. No additional handling or repackaging is required, and the slab itself is the appropriate long-term storage format for a coin of this grade.
The base price of any five troy ounce silver coin is anchored to the current spot price of silver, with the premium above spot reflecting the coin's government issuance, collector demand, and the added layer of professional certification. NGC MS69PL graded examples trade at a meaningful premium over raw or lower-grade strikes of the same design, reflecting both the independently verified condition and the relative scarcity of coins achieving this combination of grade and surface designation.
Collector premiums for the America the Beautiful five ounce series have shown sensitivity to silver spot movements, overall collector demand for the series, and the specific park design in question. Early program releases and designs with strong regional or national recognition have historically supported firmer premiums. The certified nature of this particular example introduces numismatic pricing dynamics beyond the standard bullion premium calculation, and our transparent pricing reflects real-time market conditions rather than arbitrary markups.
The five ounce America the Beautiful series is traded across the collector and dealer market with reasonable frequency, with NGC-certified examples typically finding the most active secondary market among numismatically focused buyers. The combination of United States Mint issuance, .999 fine silver content, and certified grade documentation makes the coin verifiable and transferable in most resale environments. Raw five ounce examples trade more broadly on the bullion side, while graded specimens are better positioned within the collector and auction markets.
We operate a two-way market that supports both buying and selling, allowing customers to evaluate the complete transaction before committing to a purchase. Understanding the spread between acquisition price and current buyback pricing is a practical part of evaluating any certified numismatic product, and we structure our platform to make that information accessible rather than opaque.
This coin appeals to buyers looking for a United States Mint five ounce silver issue with documented condition integrity from one of the two most recognized grading services in the industry. The MS69PL designation narrows the population of eligible coins considerably, and the prooflike finish adds a visual dimension that standard bullion strikes of the same design do not offer. For collectors building a certified ATB type set or seeking high-grade examples of specific park designs, this coin satisfies both criteria cleanly.
The Olympic National Park design is one of the more visually compelling reverses in the 2011 series, and the five ounce format gives the engraving a level of scale and detail resolution that the circulating quarter cannot replicate. Buyers who want a large-format United States silver coin with verified condition, a distinctive surface finish, and a design specific to a meaningful piece of American public lands history will find this a well-defined product with clear characteristics supporting the price.
We have been operating in the physical precious metals space since 2010, and our approach has remained consistent throughout: transparent pricing, product authenticity, and straightforward transactions without unnecessary friction. Our A rating with the Better Business Bureau and our memberships in the American Numismatic Association and the National Coin and Bullion Association reflect the standards we hold ourselves to across every transaction. As authorized dealers for both NGC and PCGS, we are positioned to offer certified numismatic products with the confidence that comes from working directly within those grading ecosystems.
Every product we offer is verified before it reaches a customer. For certified coins, that means ensuring the holder is intact, the label matches the coin, and the certification can be confirmed through the issuing grading service. We do not apply hidden fees or obscure pricing structures. What you see reflects real-time market conditions, and our two-way market means you can evaluate the buy and sell side of the transaction before committing. Customer support is available to address questions at any stage of the process, and our fulfillment is built around reliable, secure delivery.
Bullion Standard Pro gives members access to live, executable wholesale bid and ask pricing across a broad range of precious metals products, including certified numismatic issues where premium dynamics can be particularly complex. For a product like this NGC MS69PL five ounce coin, understanding how the certified premium behaves relative to spot, and how current wholesale bid prices compare to retail, provides a materially more complete picture of the transaction than a standard product listing alone. Pro members can also view real-time portfolio valuations based on live wholesale bid pricing rather than estimated retail values, which gives a more accurate read on current liquidation value.
The platform also includes proprietary product research and comparison tools that allow members to evaluate premiums, bid/ask spreads, historical premium trends, and liquidity metrics across the broader catalog. For collectors and buyers working within the certified ATB space, these tools support more informed decisions by replacing assumptions with observable, data-driven market information.
We support a wide range of payment methods to accommodate different preferences and transaction sizes. Accepted options include Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, PayPal, bank-connected payments through Plaid, wire transfer, paper check, and cryptocurrency payments through BitPay. Each method is processed through secure channels designed to protect your transaction at every step.
Whether you prefer the convenience of a credit card, the efficiency of a wire transfer for larger purchases, or the flexibility of cryptocurrency, we have structured our payment infrastructure to make the process straightforward. Security and convenience are both priorities, and the range of accepted methods reflects our commitment to meeting customers where they are rather than limiting how they can transact.
Product ID: BST-001428DF25
| Year | 2011 |
|---|---|
| Precious Metal Type | Silver |
| Bullion Coin Type | America the Beautiful |
| Format | Coin |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Brand/Mint | U.S. Mint |
| Purity | 0.999 |
| Weight | 5 oz |
| Thickness (mm) | 4.064 mm |
| Diameter (mm) | 76.2 mm |
| Grade | MS69PL |
| Grading Service | NGC |
| Finish | Prooflike |
The 2011 5 oz America the Beautiful Olympic National Park silver coin is a large-format legal tender issue struck by the United States Mint as part of its America the Beautiful Quarters program, expanded into a collector and bullion series for five troy ounce strikes. Composed of .999 fine silver, each coin carries a face value of twenty-five cents and bears the same design as the circulating quarter released that year honoring Olympic National Park in Washington state. The substantial weight and diameter make this a distinctly different product from standard sovereign coinage, occupying a category where bullion and numismatic interest intersect.
This particular example has been certified by NGC at the MS69PL grade, designating a near-perfect specimen with a prooflike surface finish. The PL designation reflects exceptional reflectivity in the fields, a characteristic that elevates these coins visually and from a grading perspective well beyond standard bullion strikes. We carry certified examples like this for collectors and buyers who place a premium on independently authenticated condition.
The 2011 5 oz America the Beautiful Olympic National Park silver coin is a large-format legal tender issue struck by the United States Mint as part of its America the Beautiful Quarters program, expanded into a collector and bullion series for five troy ounce strikes. Composed of .999 fine silver, each coin carries a face value of twenty-five cents and bears the same design as the circulating quarter released that year honoring Olympic National Park in Washington state. The substantial weight and diameter make this a distinctly different product from standard sovereign coinage, occupying a category where bullion and numismatic interest intersect.
This particular example has been certified by NGC at the MS69PL grade, designating a near-perfect specimen with a prooflike surface finish. The PL designation reflects exceptional reflectivity in the fields, a characteristic that elevates these coins visually and from a grading perspective well beyond standard bullion strikes. We carry certified examples like this for collectors and buyers who place a premium on independently authenticated condition.
The America the Beautiful Quarters program was authorized by Congress in 2010 under the America's Beautiful National Parks Quarter Dollar Coin Act. The program was designed to honor fifty-six national parks and other national sites across the United States, its territories, and the District of Columbia, releasing five new reverse designs each year through 2021. The United States Mint simultaneously produced a companion series of five troy ounce silver bullion coins sharing the same designs, intended to serve the collector and precious metals market with a more substantial format.
Olympic National Park, located in the northwestern corner of Washington state, was established as a national monument in 1909 and designated a national park in 1938. Its inclusion in the 2011 program represented the fourth of that year's five design releases. The park's diverse ecosystems, spanning temperate rainforest, rugged coastline, and glaciated peaks, made it a visually distinctive subject for the series. The 2011 five ounce silver issues were among the earlier releases in the program, produced during a period when collector demand for the format was at a particularly elevated level.
The obverse of the coin features a right-facing portrait of George Washington adapted from the original design by John Flanagan, first introduced on the Washington quarter in 1932. The inscriptions "LIBERTY," "IN GOD WE TRUST," and the year of issue appear in their standard positions around the portrait. The design is immediately recognizable and carries the visual authority of over eighty years of continuous use on American coinage.
The reverse depicts a Roosevelt elk standing in the foreground of a lush forest landscape, a design specifically developed for the Olympic National Park quarter by United States Mint sculptor-engraver Susan Gamble and engraved by Charles Vickers. The composition conveys the depth and natural character of the park's ecosystems. Inscriptions include "OLYMPIC," "WASHINGTON," "E PLURIBUS UNUM," and "QUARTER DOLLAR," with the mint mark appearing in the design field.
On MS69PL examples, the contrast between the highly reflective fields and the frosted, detailed relief elements is particularly pronounced. The prooflike surface finish results from dies that retain a mirror-quality polish, producing a visual effect that closely resembles proof coinage without the coin being struck under proof conditions. On a five ounce canvas, the effect is striking and contributes substantially to the coin's visual presence.
NGC certification at the MS69PL level provides independent third-party verification of both the coin's authenticity and its condition. Each graded coin is encapsulated in a tamper-evident NGC holder with a label identifying the coin, its grade, and its certification number, which can be verified directly through NGC's online registry. This eliminates the ambiguity that can come with raw coins of this type and size.
We are an authorized dealer for both NGC and PCGS, which means we work directly within the established infrastructure of professional numismatic grading. The United States Mint produces these coins to .999 fine silver standards with rigorous quality controls, and the NGC encapsulation adds a further layer of confidence about the specific specimen's grade and authenticity. Buyers can purchase with clarity about exactly what they are receiving.
The MS69 grade on the NGC scale indicates a coin with fully struck details and exceptional overall quality, with only minor imperfections visible under magnification that prevent a perfect MS70 designation. At this grade level, the coin is effectively pristine for all practical purposes. The PL designation confirms that the fields exhibit mirror-like reflectivity consistent with a prooflike strike, adding a distinct visual characteristic that sets it apart from standard bullion-finish strikes of the same design.
This coin ships in its NGC tamper-evident slab, which functions as both protective packaging and a permanent certificate of grade and authenticity. The encapsulation protects the coin's surfaces from contact and environmental exposure. No additional handling or repackaging is required, and the slab itself is the appropriate long-term storage format for a coin of this grade.
The base price of any five troy ounce silver coin is anchored to the current spot price of silver, with the premium above spot reflecting the coin's government issuance, collector demand, and the added layer of professional certification. NGC MS69PL graded examples trade at a meaningful premium over raw or lower-grade strikes of the same design, reflecting both the independently verified condition and the relative scarcity of coins achieving this combination of grade and surface designation.
Collector premiums for the America the Beautiful five ounce series have shown sensitivity to silver spot movements, overall collector demand for the series, and the specific park design in question. Early program releases and designs with strong regional or national recognition have historically supported firmer premiums. The certified nature of this particular example introduces numismatic pricing dynamics beyond the standard bullion premium calculation, and our transparent pricing reflects real-time market conditions rather than arbitrary markups.
The five ounce America the Beautiful series is traded across the collector and dealer market with reasonable frequency, with NGC-certified examples typically finding the most active secondary market among numismatically focused buyers. The combination of United States Mint issuance, .999 fine silver content, and certified grade documentation makes the coin verifiable and transferable in most resale environments. Raw five ounce examples trade more broadly on the bullion side, while graded specimens are better positioned within the collector and auction markets.
We operate a two-way market that supports both buying and selling, allowing customers to evaluate the complete transaction before committing to a purchase. Understanding the spread between acquisition price and current buyback pricing is a practical part of evaluating any certified numismatic product, and we structure our platform to make that information accessible rather than opaque.
This coin appeals to buyers looking for a United States Mint five ounce silver issue with documented condition integrity from one of the two most recognized grading services in the industry. The MS69PL designation narrows the population of eligible coins considerably, and the prooflike finish adds a visual dimension that standard bullion strikes of the same design do not offer. For collectors building a certified ATB type set or seeking high-grade examples of specific park designs, this coin satisfies both criteria cleanly.
The Olympic National Park design is one of the more visually compelling reverses in the 2011 series, and the five ounce format gives the engraving a level of scale and detail resolution that the circulating quarter cannot replicate. Buyers who want a large-format United States silver coin with verified condition, a distinctive surface finish, and a design specific to a meaningful piece of American public lands history will find this a well-defined product with clear characteristics supporting the price.
We have been operating in the physical precious metals space since 2010, and our approach has remained consistent throughout: transparent pricing, product authenticity, and straightforward transactions without unnecessary friction. Our A rating with the Better Business Bureau and our memberships in the American Numismatic Association and the National Coin and Bullion Association reflect the standards we hold ourselves to across every transaction. As authorized dealers for both NGC and PCGS, we are positioned to offer certified numismatic products with the confidence that comes from working directly within those grading ecosystems.
Every product we offer is verified before it reaches a customer. For certified coins, that means ensuring the holder is intact, the label matches the coin, and the certification can be confirmed through the issuing grading service. We do not apply hidden fees or obscure pricing structures. What you see reflects real-time market conditions, and our two-way market means you can evaluate the buy and sell side of the transaction before committing. Customer support is available to address questions at any stage of the process, and our fulfillment is built around reliable, secure delivery.
Bullion Standard Pro gives members access to live, executable wholesale bid and ask pricing across a broad range of precious metals products, including certified numismatic issues where premium dynamics can be particularly complex. For a product like this NGC MS69PL five ounce coin, understanding how the certified premium behaves relative to spot, and how current wholesale bid prices compare to retail, provides a materially more complete picture of the transaction than a standard product listing alone. Pro members can also view real-time portfolio valuations based on live wholesale bid pricing rather than estimated retail values, which gives a more accurate read on current liquidation value.
The platform also includes proprietary product research and comparison tools that allow members to evaluate premiums, bid/ask spreads, historical premium trends, and liquidity metrics across the broader catalog. For collectors and buyers working within the certified ATB space, these tools support more informed decisions by replacing assumptions with observable, data-driven market information.
We support a wide range of payment methods to accommodate different preferences and transaction sizes. Accepted options include Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, PayPal, bank-connected payments through Plaid, wire transfer, paper check, and cryptocurrency payments through BitPay. Each method is processed through secure channels designed to protect your transaction at every step.
Whether you prefer the convenience of a credit card, the efficiency of a wire transfer for larger purchases, or the flexibility of cryptocurrency, we have structured our payment infrastructure to make the process straightforward. Security and convenience are both priorities, and the range of accepted methods reflects our commitment to meeting customers where they are rather than limiting how they can transact.