Trade Dollars were a type of silver coin issued by the United States Mint from 1873 to 1885, primarily intended for international trade, especially with Asia. The 1877 Trade Dollar is particularly notable among collectors due to its limited mintage and distinctive design, which features an allegorical representation of Liberty on the obverse and a portrayal of an eagle on the reverse. These coins were initially minted to compete with foreign silver coins and to facilitate commerce, but they fell out of favor and were later demonetized. Today, the 1877 Trade Dollar holds significant value in the numismatic market, dependent on its condition and rarity.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1877 Trade$ Trade$ Trade Dollars 1877 Philadelphia
1877-CC Trade$ Trade$ Trade Dollars 1877 Carson City
1877-S Trade$ Trade$ Trade Dollars 1877 San Francisco