Capture a piece of American frontier history with this incredibly scarce vintage silver art bar. Minted over half a century ago by the highly collectible Belford Mint, this historic release pays homage to the legendary Winchester Model 1873 lever-action repeating rifle. Dubbed "The Gun That Won the West," the rifle was a standard fixture on the American frontier, riding in the saddle scabbards of cowboys, lawmen, and pioneers alike. This rare, premium art bar serves as a magnificent tangible connection to the rugged days of the Wild West while offering a robust store of value in pure investment-grade silver. With a highly restricted mintage from the golden age of 1970s silver art bars, pieces like this are tightly held by specialized weapon and numismatic collectors, making it an exceptional acquisition for your investment portfolio or showcase collection.
Country: United States
Composition: .999 Fine Silver
Denomination: N/A (Non-Monetary Bullion Art Bar)
Mintage: 15,000
Weight:
Actual Piece Weight: 31.10 grams / 1.097 standard oz / 1.00 Troy oz
Pure Silver Weight: 31.10 grams / 1.097 standard oz / 1.00 Troy oz
Dimensions: 50 mm x 29 mm / 2.35 mm thick
Lettering and Edging:
Obverse Inscriptions: "ONE OUNCE" / ".999 FINE SILVER" / "WINCHESTER MODEL 1873" / "THE GUN THAT WON THE WEST" / "LIMITED EDITION"
Reverse Inscriptions: Plain / Waffle textured or blank presentation surface
Edging: Smooth / Plain
Strike Type: N/A (Stamped Art Bar)
Variety: "B" Mint Mark Variant (Struck by Belford Mint)
Coin Designer and Design: Struck by the Belford Mint. The obverse displays an intricate profile engraving of the historic Winchester Model 1873 lever-action rifle set against a classic frosted, double-bordered cartouche frame with elegant stippled background accents.
Condition - Vintage Bullion / Secondary Market Bar (Beautifully preserved with a light, highly attractive amber and golden patina framing the perimeter edges. Shows typical minor handling and contact marks consistent with classic 1970s loose art bars). - See Pictures
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