The 1836 Lettered Edge Silver Dollar is part of the Gobrecht-era transition coinage struck at the Philadelphia Mint. These early silver dollars were produced in limited quantities and are known for their lettered edge reading “HUNDRED CENTS ONE DOLLAR OR UNIT.”
VF-25 indicates moderate, even wear with all major details visible and clear, though lacking fine detail.
Denomination: $1
Date & Mint: 1836, Philadelphia
Designer: Christian Gobrecht
Composition: 89.24% silver, 10.76% copper
Weight: 26.96 g
Fine Silver Weight: 0.7735 troy oz
Diameter: 39–40 mm (varies slightly by collar)
Edge: Lettered (“HUNDRED CENTS ONE DOLLAR OR UNIT”)
Mintage: 1,000 (Lettered Edge type)
Series Years: Early Gobrecht dollar issues, 1836–1839
Mintmark Location: None (Philadelphia)
PCGS price guide:$160
| Product ID | 554489 |
|---|---|
| Year | 1836 |
| Mint Mark | |
| Strike | MS |
| Grade | VF25 |
| Variety | Lettered Edge |
| Precious Metal Weight | 0.77344 ozt Silver |
| Grading Agency | |
| Specification properties | No |
| Serial | |
| Status | Active |
| Designation | - |
| Additional Info | - |
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