coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ Trade$ \ Trade Dollars \ 1878
Trade Dollars were a type of silver coin issued by the United States, specifically designed for commercial trade with Asia, particularly China. Minted from 1873 to 1885, the 1878 Trade Dollar is notable for its design, featuring a depiction of Lady Liberty on the obverse and an eagle on the reverse. Though initially intended for foreign trade, these coins often saw use in domestic transactions, leading to their eventual withdrawal from circulation and the end of the series. The 1878 version is of particular interest to collectors due to its historical context and varying mintages.
| Item | Denomination | Series | Year | Mint | |
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1878-CC Trade$ | Trade$ | Trade Dollars | 1878 | Carson City |
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1878-S Trade$ | Trade$ | Trade Dollars | 1878 | San Francisco |