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1973 UNIVERSARO WORLD TRADE .999 FINE SILVER
1973 Universaro World Trade .999 Fine Silver Round
This vintage 1973 Universaro World Trade round is struck in .999 fine silver. The obverse features the "Universaro" name above a balance scale and five human faces, symbolizing global unity and trade, with the 1973 date at the bottom. The reverse displays the World Trade logo above a dual-hemisphere map of Earth, flanked by wheat stalks. Explicitly marked as 999 Fine Silver and One Troy Ounce, this piece serves as a classic example of early 1970s private mint bullion. The round exhibits a natural aged patina along the rims, highlighting its vintage status and collectible appeal for those interested in historical silver trade units.
1973 Universaro World Trade One Troy Ounce .999 Fine Silver Round
Condition: This silver round exhibits a circulated or handled appearance with noticeable peripheral toning, particularly along the lower rim on both the obverse and reverse. There are scattered contact marks and small black spots or carbon flecks visible on the fields. The strike is standard for a commercial bullion product of this era. The item is composed of .999 fine silver as stated on the reverse. It was minted by the Universaro private mint in 1973, representing an early example of silver bullion produced for the "World Trade" market during a period of increased interest in precious metals. The weight is clearly marked as One Troy Ounce (31.1 grams). No professional grading is provided.
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