The United States first began minting silver dollars in 1792 and continues to produce silver coins with a face value of $1 today (the Silver American Eagle). The silver half-dollar was first coined two years later in 1794 although it would not be until 1916 that the U.S. Mint produced what is widely considered America's most beautiful silver coin, the Walking Liberty Half-Dollar.
Numismatic Silver Coins
Refers to coins whose value is principally based upon such factors as condition, grade, scarcity and demand, rather than their precious metals content.
Semi-Numismatic Silver Coins
Contain precious metals that generally move up and down with the spot price of the precious metals but also contain additional value above their precious metal content.
Silver Bullion
Value is principally based upon its precious metal content plus the cost of fabrication.
