coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ Trade$ \ Trade Dollars \ 1873 \ Carson City
Trade Dollars were a type of silver coin minted by the United States primarily for commerce with Asia and to facilitate trade. The Trade Dollar was authorized by the Coinage Act of 1873 and was produced from 1873 to 1885, with notable mintages from the Carson City Mint (CC). These coins featured allegorical imagery of Liberty and were primarily struck in a higher silver content to match the value used in Asian markets. The 1873 Carson City Trade Dollar is particularly sought after by collectors due to its lower mintage and historical significance.
| Item | Denomination | Series | Year | Mint | |
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1873-CC Trade$ | Trade$ | Trade Dollars | 1873 | Carson City |