The 1897 United Kingdom Trade Dollar is a late-Victorian silver trade coin issued for use across East Asian trade routes, originally produced to replace the circulating Mexican peso. This example is an Extremely Fine piece that shows light wear and a history of cleaning, yet it still retains attractive patina in places.
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Country: United Kingdom
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Year: 1897
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Denomination: Trade Dollar
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Composition: 90% silver
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Diameter: 39 mm
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Thickness: 2.7 mm
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Weight: 26.95 g (approximate)
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Grade: EF (Extremely Fine)
EF (Extremely Fine) indicates light, even wear across the high points with most design details still sharp; the coin shows some surface cleaning but retains pleasing remnants of original patina.
