1877 Trade Silver Dollar — United States Coin
1877 Trade Silver Dollar — United States Coin
Own a fascinating piece of American numismatic and international trade history with this 1877 United States Trade Silver Dollar, issued during an era of expanding American commerce in Asia.
First introduced in 1873, the Trade Dollar was specifically designed to compete with other silver trade coins circulating in Asian markets, particularly in China.
Designed by William Barber, the obverse features Lady Liberty seated upon a bale of merchandise, extending an olive branch toward the sea. The reverse displays a majestic eagle holding arrows and an olive branch, surrounded by inscriptions identifying the coin's weight and silver fineness.
Unlike standard U.S. silver dollars, the Trade Dollar contains 420 grains of .900 fine silver, giving it a slightly higher silver weight than Morgan and Liberty Seated Dollars.
These historic coins are highly collectible for their distinctive design, connection to international commerce, and significance in American monetary history.
Product Details
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Denomination: One Dollar ($1.00 USD)
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Year: 1877
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Type: United States Trade Dollar
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Mint: To be confirmed
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Composition: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
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Weight: 27.22 grams
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Diameter: Approximately 38.1 mm
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Actual Silver Weight (ASW): 0.7874 Troy Ounces
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Designer: William Barber
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Obverse: Seated Liberty extending an olive branch
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Reverse: Eagle with arrows and olive branch
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Edge: Reeded
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Condition: See product photographs for the exact coin offered
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Quantity: One individual coin
Please Note: This listing is for one specific 1877 Trade Silver Dollar. The coin pictured is the exact coin you will receive.