Get the 2016 Proof Silver Eagle from the West Point Mint in its original government packaging. The proof Silver Eagle is the finest Silver Eagle struck by the U.S. Mint each year. This year marked the 30th anniversary of the American Eagle Program! To celebrate the Mint incorporated NEW edge lettering just for this year and issue. The inscription of "30th Anniversary" is on the side of these proofs. This is the first time this has ever happened on a Silver Eagle.