are silver dollars still made in usa

[DaisyDella]

Absolutely! The United States Mint continues the proud tradition of striking silver dollars, though their role has beautifully evolved from everyday currency to treasured collector's items and sound investment pieces. You won't find them in your pocket change anymore, as the era of silver dollars for general circulation ended back in 1935.

However, the legacy of the silver dollar was reborn in a spectacular way. Since 1986, the U.S. Mint has been producing the American Silver Eagle. This is the official silver bullion coin of the United States, and it is a truly substantial piece. Each one contains one troy ounce of .999 pure silver, making it a world-renowned and highly sought-after coin for both its beauty and its intrinsic value.

While these modern silver dollars do carry a face value of one dollar and are considered legal tender, their actual worth is far greater, based directly on the market price of their high-purity silver content. The U.S. Mint also strikes various commemorative silver dollars to honor significant American people, places, and events.

So, while you can no longer spend them at the corner store, the U.S. Mint is very much still in the business of making stunning silver dollars. They have simply transformed from workhorses of commerce into modern treasures that allow anyone to own a piece of American heritage and precious metal.