Dansco Coin Albums continue to be a reliable and trusted choice for coin collectors, accommodating both expert numismatists and beginners. The Trade Dollars 1873-1878 Dansco Album is designed specifically for collectors interested in Trade dollars minted between 1873 and 1878.
This album comes in a 5/8″ binder, providing a compact and convenient storage solution for up to 24 Trade dollars. The album consists of three Dansco pages (series: 6172-1 to 6172-3), with each page dedicated to holding and displaying the Trade dollars from the specified date range.
Trade dollars were initially introduced to compete with Asian dollars and were legal tender within the United States for a relatively short period. William Barber was responsible for designing the Trade dollars, and throughout their mintage, there were variations in both the obverse and reverse designs.
One interesting fact about Trade dollars is that only four 1885 Trade dollars are known to exist. These coins are highly valuable, with one of them selling for $1 million in 2004. Due to the circulation of Morgan dollars at the time, the Treasury made the decision to redeem all Trade dollars in 1887, adding to their scarcity and desirability among collectors.
Trade dollars are composed of 90% silver and 10% copper. They have a diameter of 38.1 mm and weigh 27.22 grams. These coins were minted at the Philadelphia, Carson City, and San Francisco Mints, representing different mintmarks that contribute to their collectibility.
Dansco Coin Albums are known for their sturdy construction and practical design. The pages in the Trade Dollars 1873-1878 Dansco Album are attached with metal screws, ensuring easy addition and replacement of pages. This feature allows collectors to customize and expand their albums as their collections grow.
Whether you are an experienced numismatist or just starting your coin collecting journey, the Trade Dollars 1873-1878 Dansco Album offers a reliable and organized way to store and display your Trade dollar collection. Dansco Coin Albums have stood the test of time as trusted companions for coin collectors, providing a secure and convenient method to preserve and showcase your numismatic treasures.
