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1 oz Silver Trade Unit .999 Fine Silver Round
1 oz Silver Trade Unit .999 Fine Silver Round
This 1 oz Silver Trade Unit is struck in .999 fine silver and features the classic balance scales design on the obverse, symbolizing accuracy and intrinsic value. The text clearly denotes its weight as one troy ounce (31.1 grams) and its high purity of .999 fine silver. The reverse showcases a majestic eagle with its wings spread, set against a backdrop of a waving American flag and stars, framed by a delicate laurel wreath. This specific round exhibits a unique natural toning across both surfaces, providing a distinct vintage character that highlights the detailed engraving. As a bullion round, it serves as a reliable asset for collectors looking to add high-purity silver to their holdings.
1 oz Silver Trade Unit .999 Fine Silver Round Eagle and Flag
Condition: The round exhibits significant environmental toning and surface oxidation, particularly visible on the reverse side featuring the eagle and flag. This toning presents as dark golden and brown hues across the fields. The obverse shows lighter rim toning. There are various contact marks, small scratches, and milk spots consistent with a circulated or improperly stored bullion item. The strike remains sharp, with full detail visible on the scales and the feathers of the eagle.
Mint: Private Mint
Metal Content: .999 Fine Silver
Historical Context: Silver Trade Units were popularized in the 1970s and 1980s by various private mints as a way for investors to hold silver in a recognizable and tradable form, often featuring iconic American imagery like scales or eagles.
Strike Type: Business Strike / Bullion
Grading: Ungraded (Raw)
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