How can I verify the authenticity of my 2017 Royal Canadian Mint Half Oz Silver Eagle?

Augusta sources directly from the Royal Canadian Mint and provides certificates of authenticity.

How will my 2017 Royal Canadian Mint Half Oz Silver Eagle be stored in an IRA?

Coins are stored in IRS-approved depositories with full insurance and security.

Can I take physical delivery of my 2017 Royal Canadian Mint Half Oz Silver Eagle?

Physical delivery is available for cash purchases, but IRA holdings must remain in a secure depository.

Do I pay sales tax when buying the 2017 Royal Canadian Mint Half Oz Silver Eagle?

Most states exempt IRA purchases from sales tax; consult your tax advisor for details.

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2017 1/2 oz Royal Canadian Mint Eagle Silver Coin, Sold Out

Depicts Queen Elizabeth II and bald eagle. Cutting-edge security: micro-engraved lasered maple leaf and precisely machined radial lines for a unique light diffracting pattern specific to this coin.
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Silver Purity .9999

Guarantee Approved Refiner

Mint Dates

2017

Сomposition

99.99% Silver

Mintage

159.880

(800) 700-1008

Details
Characteristics

2017 Royal Canadian Mint Eagle 0.5-oz Silver depicts the bald eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) in exquisite detail on the reverse, Canada’s largest bird of prey and the only eagle species exclusive to North America. The obverse carries the mature effigy of Queen Elizabeth II introduced in 1990. A security feature unique to this strike sets it apart: precisely machined radial lines, accurate to within microns, create a distinctive light-diffracting pattern, paired with a micro-engraved maple leaf containing the numeral “17,” visible under magnification.

The government of Canada guarantees the coin’s purity, weight, and legal tender value. Augusta prices this coin at melt value plus an Augusta-set premium — see Pricing & Resale Disclosure below for full details.

Pricing & Resale Disclosure

Coins are sold for an amount over melt value. The value assigned to coins at any given time may vary from retailer to retailer and Augusta cannot guarantee another retailer will value a coin at the same rate as Augusta would in any given circumstance. Augusta cannot guarantee buy-back of any item it sells and cannot guarantee another retailer will purchase a coin. Augusta’s sale prices and potential buyback prices are determined and controlled by Augusta in its sole discretion. Any purchase of precious metals from Augusta is speculative and unregulated. For more information, call Augusta Precious Metals at 800-700-1008.

Silver Purity

.9999

Manufacturer

Royal Canadian Mint

Thickness

2.19 mm

Diameter

32 mm

Face Value

2 Dollars (CAD)

Issuing Country

Canada

Obverse Designer

Claudio D’Angelo

Edge Design

Serrated

Gross Metal Weight

15.66 g

Mint Dates

2017

Mintage

159,880

Composition

99.99% Silver

Finish

Bullion/radial

Suggested products

IRA approved

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FAQs about 2017 Royal Canadian Mint Eagle 0.5-oz Silver

Is the 2017 0.5-oz Royal Canadian Mint Silver Eagle IRA-eligible?

Yes, this coin meets IRS purity standards and qualifies for inclusion in a self-directed IRA.

What does "melt value" mean for this coin?

Melt value is the coin's silver content multiplied by the current spot price of silver. Augusta's price starts at that figure and adds an amount above it, which is the basis for the Pricing & Resale Disclosure above.

Why might an investor choose the 0.5-oz Eagle over the 1.25-oz version?

The smaller format lowers the entry cost and offers more flexibility for incremental purchases, gifting, or rounding out a position without committing a full 1.25-oz at a time. Both sizes carry the same design, security features, and government backing, so the choice comes down to how you want to size your purchase.

What does "exquisite detail" mean for this coin's reverse design?

It refers to the depth and sharpness of the eagle's engraving, achieved through the Royal Canadian Mint's strike quality rather than a separate proof or specialty finish. The fine detail is part of what makes the radial-line and maple-leaf security marks easy to verify under magnification.

This 2017 issue is sold out. What's the practical next step?

Augusta maintains current Royal Canadian Mint eagle bullion within this broader product family, carrying the same fine silver standard and security features. Checking Augusta's current in-stock eagle coins is the straightforward path if this specific year isn't available.

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