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1974 World Trade Commerce .999 Pure Silver Round
1974 World Trade and Commerce .999 Pure Silver Round
This vintage 1974 World Trade and Commerce silver round is struck in .999 pure silver. The obverse features a majestic bald eagle in flight, reminiscent of classic American heraldry, surrounded by the text United States Silver Corporation Est. 1958. The reverse displays a dual-hemisphere globe design, emphasizing global trade, with inscriptions for World Trade and Commerce, the 1974 date, and the .999+ pure silver content. These rounds are highly sought after by collectors for their historical significance within the private minting industry of the 1970s and their guaranteed silver purity. This uncirculated piece shows original luster with some attractive natural toning along the rims, adding to its vintage character.
1974 United States Silver Corporation One Troy Ounce World Trade and Commerce .999 Pure Silver Round
Condition: The items exhibit a circulated or handled appearance with noticeable peripheral toning, particularly along the upper edges where amber and dark oxidation are present. There are visible surface abrasions, small contact marks, and minor scratches consistent with storage in soft plastic flips. The luster is somewhat muted, though the design elements remain sharp and legible.
Mint: United States Silver Corporation
Metal Content: .999 Pure Silver
Historical Context: Produced during the mid-1970s by the United States Silver Corporation, these rounds were part of a movement of private bullion production following the lifting of private gold ownership restrictions and fluctuating silver markets. The design features a bald eagle on the obverse and a dual-hemisphere globe on the reverse.
Strike Type: Business Strike
Grading: Raw / Ungraded
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