8-11-11>>> A uncirculated coin has not been used so it will not have any wear (or dirt) at all. You can also go on-line and find one of the many coin grading sites.
Look at the reverse for the phrase TRADE DOLLAR under the eagle.
Check the weight. A real trade dollar should weigh 27.2 grams.
Basic Answer: Uncirculated means unused, no signs of wear. It's best to have a coin dealer or collector look at the coin to determine this.
Uncirculated coins show no wear on them. It's has not been used.
A uncirculated coin has not been used so it will not have any wear (or dirt) at all. You can also go on-line and find one of the many coin grading sites.
It's worth $30.-$158. depending on condition. I know it is uncirculated, but from MS-60-MS-65. If it is MS-67 it is over $3000.
If you honestly don't know, I'd like to trade you 0.5 dollar for 1.0 dollar.
To determine if your 1971 one dollar coin is uncirculated, look for signs of wear, such as scratches, nicks, or discoloration. Uncirculated coins will have a sharp, well-defined design with no wear marks. You can also compare it to images of uncirculated coins online or consult with a professional coin grading service for a more accurate assessment.
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If your silver dollar has scratches, dirt, or is dark colored it is circulated. If it has no scratches, is shiny, has no dirt, and looks new it is most likely uncirculated. Uncirculated silver dollars are worth more than circulated silver dollars. Many silver dollars are however circulated.
And uncirculated coin will not have any wear at all. The best thing to do is get a copy of the ANA Grading Standards.
All Trade Dollars have the same reverse that reads TRADE DOLLAR at the bottom of the coin. The last authentic 1884 Trade Dollar that sold at auction went for $603,750.00. Yes more than a half a million dollars. Because only 10 coins are known and all are proof. If you have one it's a fake.