Description
Why purchase this pristine First Releases 2023 Saint Helena Modern U.S. Trade Dollar silver bullion coin?
The fourth release of the Modern Trade Dollar series re-imagines the design of the U.S. Trade Dollar introduced in 1873, coinciding with the 150th anniversary of the original coin. In the 19th and early 20th centuries, trade dollars were issued by multiple nations to encourage and ease trade with China and the Far East.
- This 2023 Modern U.S. Trade Dollar coin contains 1 Troy oz. of .999 fine silver.
- The one pound denomination, 38.60 mm diameter coin is issued as Saint Helena legal tender.
- The coin is a product of the East India Company located in London, England.
- The perfectly graded coin is certified First Releases.
- Mintage is limited to just 5,000 pieces.
Modernized Trade Dollar Honoring the U.S.
Obverse: His Majesty King Charles III is portrayed in a left facing pose on the obverse, surrounded by the inscriptions “CHARLES III,” “D.G. REX F.D.,” “ST. HELENA,” “1 POUND” and “2023.” The effigy was created by award-winning British sculptor Glyn Davies.
Reverse: On the reverse, Lady Liberty is featured facing forward wearing an expression of serenity, while holding a torch of enlightenment. A bald eagle, the U.S. national bird, is depicted in flight in the foreground, as a new day’s sun rises beyond. In the background, the distinctive shape of the nation’s mainland is ornamented with the stars and stripes of the U.S. flag, upon a stylized globe. Inscriptions include “TRADE DOLLAR” and the East India Company’s “EIC” Mint mark.
Mint State 70 Excellence
This 2023 Saint Helena 1 oz. silver Modern U.S. Trade Dollar coin was submitted to the Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC) for review within thirty days following its official Mint release date. The bullion coin was awarded the superior grade of Mint State 70, which describes its flawless strike, impeccably finished surfaces, and magnificent eye appeal. The coin is encapsulated in a sonically sealed NGC protective holder accompanied by a certification label that affirms its exciting First Releases pedigree.
