1877-S Trade Dollar AU-55 NGC
Numismatic
1877-S Trade Dollar AU-55 NGC
In 1877, the San Francisco Mint produced a significant run of silver Trade Dollars, striking over nine and a half million of these distinctive pieces. Created with a specific weight and purity of 90 percent silver, this issue contains 0.7874 troy ounces of precious metal. It represents a fascinating era when the United States minted specialized coinage intended to facilitate international commerce. The obverse of this coin features the classic figure of Liberty accompanied by the inscriptions "LIBERTY" and the motto "IN GOD WE TRUST", with the year 1877 anchored at the bottom. This particular specimen has survived the decades in remarkable condition, earning a certified grade of AU-55 (About Uncirculated). The designation highlights the preservation of its original design details, offering a clear window into late nineteenth-century American coinage.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1877 |
| Mint mark | S - San Francisco |
| Grade | NGC |
| Legal-tender face value | 1 Dollar |
| Metal | Silver |
| Weight | 0.7874 troy oz |
| Purity | .900 |
| Diameter | 38.1 mm |
| Thickness | 3.1 mm |
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