1974 World Trade Commerce .999 Pure Silver Round

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Lot number	227
Auction	Oct 1 2026 Gold Silver Bullion Coins Sports Cards Knives
Date	October 1, 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT
Auction house	Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions
Location	Coralville, Iowa

1974 World Trade Commerce .999 Pure Silver Round 1974 World Trade and Commerce .999 Pure Silver Round This vintage 1974 World Trade and Commerce silver round is struck in .999 pure silver. The obverse features a majestic bald eagle in flight, reminiscent of classic American heraldry, surrounded by the text United States Silver Corporation Est. 1958. The reverse displays a dual-hemisphere globe design, emphasizing global trade, with inscriptions for World Trade and Commerce, the 1974 date, and the .999+ pure silver content. These rounds are highly sought after by collectors for their historical significance within the private minting industry of the 1970s and their guaranteed silver purity. This uncirculated piece shows original luster with some attractive natural toning along the rims, adding to its vintage character. 1974 United States Silver Corporation One Troy Ounce World Trade and Commerce .999 Pure Silver Round Condition: The items exhibit a circulated or handled appearance with noticeable peripheral toning, particularly along the upper edges where amber and dark oxidation are present. There are visible surface abrasions, small contact marks, and minor scratches consistent with storage in soft plastic flips. The luster is somewhat muted, though the design elements remain sharp and legible. Mint: United States Silver Corporation Metal Content: .999 Pure Silver Historical Context: Produced during the mid-1970s by the United States Silver Corporation, these rounds were part of a movement of private bullion production following the lifting of private gold ownership restrictions and fluctuating silver markets. The design features a bald eagle on the obverse and a dual-hemisphere globe on the reverse. Strike Type: Business Strike Grading: Raw / Ungraded United States Silver Corporation, World Trade and Commerce, silver round, 1974, troy ounce, 999 pure silver, eagle, globe, numismatics, bullion, vintage silver, 480 grains, silver coin, collectible currency, precious metals silver bullion, silver round, 1 troy ounce silver, United States Silver Corporation, World Trade and Commerce silver, vintage silver round, 1974 silver coin, 999 pure silver, numismatics, precious metals investment IMPORTANT BIDDER NOTICE Bidder is solely responsible for determining value, condition, completeness, authenticity, fitment, grade, and usefulness before bidding. THIS ITEM IS SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. NO RETURNS. NO CANCELLATIONS. NO BID RETRACTIONS. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that they have reviewed the title, description, photographs, and any auction notices, and have had the opportunity to ask questions before bidding. Bidder agrees that: The item is being purchased strictly as shown in the photographs and described in the listing The auction house does not grade, test, appraise, or authenticate items unless specifically sta

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