The value of a 1873 silver trade dollar varies significantly based on its condition, rarity, and market demand. In general, well-worn examples may be worth around $100, while those in better condition or with unique features can range from several hundred to several thousand dollars. It's best to consult a professional coin dealer or appraiser for an accurate valuation based on the specific coin.
Why is 1873 worth less than 1874 in the same condition?
Check that coin again. The first trade dollars were minted in 1873.
$738.00 on eBay right now. I have one in-hand.
Trade Dollars were minted from 1873 to 1885. The dollar that was minted in 1872 was the Seated Liberty Dollar, if it has a (CC) mintmark and the coin is in good condition, the coin could be worth thousands. *If it says 1872, and Trade Dollar, it is a copy (fake) of a pattern coin from 1873, which used the Seated Liberty obverse and one of two "trade dollar" reverse sides. These copies are readily and cheaply available, and some do not bear the legally-required 'COPY' imprint. Most contain no silver at all.
The coin is a worthless counterfeit. The United States issued Trade Dollars between the years of 1873 and 1885.
Why is 1873 worth less than 1874 in the same condition?
No 1783 Trade Dollars exist, first year of issue was 1873
Check that coin again. The first trade dollars were minted in 1873.
The first US Trade Dollar was issued in 1873 and the United States did not exist in 1704.
$738.00 on eBay right now. I have one in-hand.
There were no dollar coins minted in the U.S. in 1986.
Trade Dollars were minted from 1873 to 1885. The dollar that was minted in 1872 was the Seated Liberty Dollar, if it has a (CC) mintmark and the coin is in good condition, the coin could be worth thousands. *If it says 1872, and Trade Dollar, it is a copy (fake) of a pattern coin from 1873, which used the Seated Liberty obverse and one of two "trade dollar" reverse sides. These copies are readily and cheaply available, and some do not bear the legally-required 'COPY' imprint. Most contain no silver at all.
The coin is a worthless counterfeit. The United States issued Trade Dollars between the years of 1873 and 1885.
Please look at the coin again and post new question, no US Trade dollars were issued until 1873 and all have the words TRADE DOLLAR on the reverse. With a date of 1796 the coin should be a Draped Bust dollar.
Morgan dollars were minted from 1878 to 1904 and in 1921. Your coin is either a Seated Liberty dollar or a Trade dollar. Please see the Related Question for more.
It can't be a Trade Dollar. That coin was specially produced during the years 1873-1885 for use in international commerce, and carry the wording TRADE DOLLAR on the reverse. All $1 coins minted in 1897 were Morgan dollars, named for their designer.
A US Trade Dollar dated 1795 is a fake, they were struck from 1873-1885