1836 Silver Trade Dollar $1 PCGS AU Detail Surfaces Smoothed

1836 Silver Trade Dollar $1 PCGS AU Detail Surfaces Smoothed

The 1836 Silver Trade Dollar $1 PCGS AU Detail Surfaces Smoothed is a stunning example from the very first year of the Liberty Seated Dollar series. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint, this coin contains 26.73 grams of .900 silver (approximately 0.7734 troy oz pure silver) and features the iconic Seated Liberty design by Christian Gobrecht.

The Liberty Seated Dollar series began in 1836 as part of a major redesign of U.S. silver coinage. Designed by Christian Gobrecht, it depicts Liberty seated on a rock holding a liberty pole and shield, symbolizing strength and freedom. With a mintage of only 1,000 pieces, the 1836 is a key date and a highlight for collectors of early American silver dollars.

Christian Gobrecht’s design for this pattern drew inspiration from classic British coins for the seated Liberty on the obverse. The flying eagle on the reverse was inspired by a drawing of the Mint’s pet eagle, Old Pete, by Titian Peale, one of America’s earliest and foremost naturalist illustrators. This eagle design later influenced many other patterns and the regular cent issues of 1857-58. Gobrecht signed the obverse die at the edge of the base with “C. GOBRECHT F.” (Fecit – he made it), following classical tradition.

Coin Specifications:

• Graded as AU Detail by PCGS
• Limited mintage of 1,000
• Contains 0.7734 troy oz of .900 fine silver
• Produced by the US Mint
• Face value of $1, backed by the U.S. government
• Individual coin arrives inside an official PCGS holder
• Obverse: Depicts Miss Liberty seated on a rock, holding in her left hand a liberty cap on a pole, and with her right hand holding a shield inscribed ''LIBERTY'' and the date is below. 
• Reverse: Shows the eagle flying.  Inscriptions include: “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “ONE DOLLAR.”

Why Own This Gobrecht Dollar?

• Rare early pattern from the Liberty Seated Dollar series
• Beautiful original toning and strong luster
• Significant historical importance in U.S. coinage
• Excellent addition to any pattern or early silver dollar collection
• Tangible silver content with strong numismatic premium
• Opportunity to own a piece of American numismatic history

Bullion Exchanges is proud to offer the 1836 Silver Trade Dollar $1 PCGS AU Detail Surfaces Smoothed. This rare pattern coin represents a pivotal moment in American coinage history with exceptional beauty and provenance. Check the current spot price of silver today to make an informed decision — available now at Bullion Exchanges.

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