1878-s trade dollar. Should I trade this dollar?

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1878-s trade dollar. Should I trade this dollar?

#1 Unread post by Artillery87 »

Is this trade dollar worth keeping or should I try to TRADE it for something else? :D You can still see a little bit of luster next to the stars but it has been rubbed down pretty bad... Its unfortunate because it still has nice details. I want to save up for one uncirculated or maybe even a proof but this will have to do for now. The price was was very low so I couldn't pass it up. I would love to hear some honest opinions. ✌️
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#2 Unread post by MLC »

If it was mine i would keep it until you fine a better one
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#3 Unread post by Daniel »

Circulation wear can also cause this but can't say much based on these images. I think the coin has a 50/50 chance on being cleaned or not.
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#4 Unread post by Mary.Mattey »

I'm not an expert but I love it! I have a trade dollar and it is one of my favorite coins :)
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I like it :dance:
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nice coin!
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#7 Unread post by Artillery87 »

Here's one picture of the obverse in better light. Looks like maybe somebody could have possibly scratched it with a staple carelessly taking it out of a holder at some point.
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#8 Unread post by Jasonkflo »

I would keep it .
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#9 Unread post by Earle42 »

I would keep it just for what it is.
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