What is the silver content and weight of this coin?

This coin contains exactly one troy ounce of 0.999 fine silver, as inscribed on the reverse. It was struck at the West Point Mint specifically for the U.S. Mint's annual proof American Silver Eagle program.

Is this coin part of an ongoing series?

Yes. The American Silver Eagle proof series has been issued annually since 1986, with all proof versions struck at the West Point Mint bearing the W mint mark. The 2001 issue is a mid-series date that has become sought after by both silver bullion collectors and registry set builders.

2001-W American Silver Eagle NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo obverse, Walking Liberty design, Mercanti hand-signed label

2001-W American Silver Eagle $1 NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo – John M. Mercanti Signed

2001-W Proof Silver Eagle NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo – Mercanti Hand-Signed Label

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Graded NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo – the highest possible proof grade
Struck in 0.999 fine silver, 1 troy oz, at the West Point Mint
Obverse features Adolph A. Weinman's Walking Liberty design
Reverse displays John Mercanti's heraldic eagle with "1 OZ. FINE SILVER – ONE DOLLAR" inscription

Specifications

Year: 2001
Mint: West Point (W)
Country of Origin: United States
Metal: Silver
Fineness: 0.999
Weight: 1 troy oz
Face Value: $1
Grade: NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo
Designer: Obverse: Adolph A. Weinman; Reverse: John M. Mercanti
SKU: NGC-5761029-003
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The 2001-W American Silver Eagle Proof Dollar, graded NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo, represents a perfect-quality example of the United States Mint's flagship proof silver bullion coin. Struck at the West Point Mint in 0. 999 fine silver weighing one troy ounce, this issue commands attention both as a silver bullion piece and as a premium numismatic collectible. The obverse carries Adolph A. Weinman's iconic Walking Liberty design — the same imagery used on the classic Walking Liberty Half Dollar — while the reverse showcases a bold heraldic eagle with the "1 OZ. FINE SILVER – ONE DOLLAR" legend, a design created by John M. Mercanti himself. Mercanti, the 12th Chief Engraver of the United States Mint and the very artist who designed the reverse. A PF70 Ultra Cameo designation confirms frosted, devices against mirror-like fields with absolutely no post-production imperfections. The coin is sealed in NGC's tamper-evident slab alongside a holographic security label, making it ready for display or long-term collection storage.

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PF70 Ultra Cameo is the highest grade NGC awards to a proof coin. PF70 indicates a perfect strike with no post-production flaws, while Ultra Cameo describes the strong contrast between the frosted, sculpted devices and the deeply mirrored fields — the most desirable visual characteristic of a proof coin.