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Toned SMI Buffalo .999 Fine Silver Round
Toned SMI Buffalo 1 Troy Oz .999 Fine Silver Round
This 1 Troy Oz .999 Fine Silver Round, produced by Sunshine Minting Inc. (SMI), features the iconic Buffalo Nickel design with a distinctive, multi-colored toning across both the obverse and reverse surfaces. The obverse depicts the classic Native American profile with the Liberty inscription and the SMI mint mark. The reverse showcases the American Buffalo along with the purity and weight specifications of 1 Troy Oz .999 Fine Silver. A notable security feature is the MintMark SI decorative circle on the reverse, designed for verification with a Sunshine Minting decoder lens. The unique iridescent oxidation on this silver round provides a one-of-a-kind aesthetic appeal for collectors.
Toned SMI Buffalo 1 Troy Oz .999 Fine Silver Round
Condition: The round exhibits significant natural toning across both the obverse and reverse surfaces, featuring a spectrum of blue, gold, and amber hues. The underlying surfaces show original luster with minimal visible contact marks or abrasions. The strike is sharp, particularly on the Native American profile and the buffalo's fur details. This piece is ungraded and remains in raw, uncirculated bullion condition.
Mint: Sunshine Minting (SMI)
Metal Content: .999 Fine Silver
Weight: 1 Troy Oz
Historical Context: This round features the iconic design inspired by James Earle Fraser's 1913 Buffalo Nickel. The obverse depicts a Native American chieftain, while the reverse shows an American Bison. This specific version by Sunshine Minting includes the MintMark SI security feature in the center of the buffalo.
Strike Type: Business Strike Bullion Round
Grading: Ungraded/Raw
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