1 Dollar "Trade Dollar"
United States · 1873–1885 · Silver
0.7876 ozt of silver × live silver spot (loading…)
Specifications
| Years | 1873–1885 |
| Denomination | 1 Dollar |
| Composition | Silver (.900) (.100 copper) |
| Gross weight | 27.22 g |
| Fineness | 90.0% silver |
| Actual silver weight | 0.7876 ozt (24.50 g) |
| Diameter | 38.1 mm |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Shape | Round |
| Designer | William Barber |
| Type | Standard circulation coins |
Catalog data via Numista, where photos and mintage details are available.
Design
Obverse
Liberty seated on a pedestal facing the sea to the left holding olive branches surrounded by 13 stars.
Reverse
An eagle holding branches with berries on them and arrows.
About this coin’s value
The 1 Dollar "Trade Dollar" contains 0.7876 troy ounces of silver (90.0% fine, 27.22 g gross). Its melt value above is that metal content multiplied by the live spot price — the floor any dealer offer should be judged against. Collector value for better dates, mint marks and grades comes on top of melt, so check before selling scarce coins as bullion.
To value a whole stack at once, use the US Silver Coin Calculator. The formula behind the number is explained in how to calculate silver melt value, and where to sell covers what buyers actually pay against melt.
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Frequently asked questions
How much silver is in a 1 Dollar "Trade Dollar"?
Each 1 Dollar "Trade Dollar" contains about 0.7876 troy ounces of pure silver — its 27.22 g gross weight at 90.0% fineness. That is the figure the calculator above multiplies by the live silver spot price.
What is the melt value of a 1 Dollar "Trade Dollar"?
Its melt (intrinsic metal) value is 0.7876 troy oz × the current silver spot price — use the live calculator above for today's figure. Scarce dates and high grades can be worth more than melt.
What years was the 1 Dollar "Trade Dollar" minted?
The 1 Dollar "Trade Dollar" was issued 1873–1885.
Who designed the 1 Dollar "Trade Dollar"?
The 1 Dollar "Trade Dollar" was designed by William Barber.
How big is a 1 Dollar "Trade Dollar"?
It weighs 27.22 g and measures 38.1 mm across (silver (.900) (.100 copper)).
Educational reference, not an offer to buy or sell. Specifications are catalog data and may vary by variety; verify before any transaction.