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The Trade Dollar was issued from 1873 to 1885 as a response to the influx of silver and the growing trade with China. These coins were primarily meant for international commerce, especially in Asia, where they competed with Spanish and Mexican silver coins commonly used in trade.
The obverse features Lady Liberty seated on a bale of goods, extending an olive branch, symbolizing peace and commerce. The reverse depicts a bald eagle clutching arrows and an olive branch, with the denomination marked as "TRADE DOLLAR" below. The weight is explicitly noted as "420 GRCalculatorNS, 900 FINE", emphasizing its trade value.
The 1877-S Trade Dollar was struck at the San Francisco Mint, a key hub for Pacific trade. It is a common date within the series, but high-grade examples remain desirable among collectors due to their historical significance.
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