APMEX Liberty & Britannia 1 oz Fine Silver Bullion Round
Coin/Bullion · APMEX (American Precious Metals Exchange), a leading precious metals retailer and distributor based in Oklahoma City, USA, known for high quality bullion products and secondary market trading.
Pattern: APMEX Liberty & Britannia Series, a modern private mint bullion series featuring allegorical imagery, introduced in the 21st century and actively produced for bullion investors and collectors.
Type
Coin/Bullion
Maker
APMEX (American Precious Metals Exchange), a leading precious metals retailer and distributor based in Oklahoma City, USA, known for high quality bullion products and secondary market trading.
Material
Fine Silver (.999 pure silver) with no base metal core.
Dimensions
Compact diamond-shaped form measuring approximately 35 mm across diagonals with a standard weight of 1 troy ounce (31.1 grams) of fine silver.
Description
An appealing 1 troy ounce fine silver bullion piece issued by APMEX, combining classic allegorical iconography of Liberty and Britannia. Presented in a unique square-diamond format with softly rounded corners and radial background texturing, this piece merges investment-grade precious metal purity with striking modern mint aesthetics.
Key Features
Distinctive square-diamond shape, combination of Liberty and Britannia allegorical imagery, precise radial line finishing, and guaranteed 1 oz .999 fine silver content.
Material & Composition
Fine Silver (.999 pure silver) with no base metal core.
Finish & Decoration
Mirror-like polished background fields contrasted with frosted raised design elements, featuring a square diamond-shape form with rounded corners, reeded edge details, and fine radial lines behind the central motifs.
Hallmarks & Stamps
Stamps indicating weight ('1 oz') and purity ('.999 Fine Silver'), along with brand markings typical of modern private mint bullion bars or shaped rounds.
Construction Details
Modern high-precision minting process, die-struck using heavy industrial presses to achieve sharp relief and fine details on a custom square-format blank.
Functional Features
Designed primarily as a portable store of value and bullion investment piece, shaped uniquely for easy stacking and handling.
Handle & Grip Details
N/A - Bullion piece without handles or grips.
Craftsmanship Details
Exceptional modern die-striking quality with clean geometric edges, sharp cameo contrast between frosted devices and mirrored fields, and precise weight tolerances.
Authentication Indicators
Consistent mint lettering, crisp high-relief striking, verified weight dimensions, and standard private mint purity stamps.
Origin & Manufacturing
United States, manufactured by or for APMEX utilizing modern private minting techniques and high-purity refining standards.
Era & Period
Modern Bullion Era (Late 20th Century to Present), characterized by private mint innovation and specialized shaped bullion.
Age Estimate
Contemporary / Modern, produced within the last 15 years.
Cultural Significance
Reflects the modern growth of retail precious metals ownership and the demand for artistically styled bullion alternatives to traditional government-issued coins.
Condition Notes
Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) condition with pristine mirror finishes, sharp strikes, and no visible tarnish, dents, or scratches.
Value Estimate
Valued closely to the current spot price of silver per troy ounce plus a modest retail premium for private mint production and design artistry.
Care & Maintenance
Handle with cotton gloves or by the edges to prevent skin oils from causing tarnishing. Store in an airtight capsule or protective flip in a dry, low-humidity environment.
Similar Pieces
Other private mint shaped silver bars and rounds, such as Engelhard prospectors, Johnson Matthey bars, or APMEX stacked rounds.
Interesting Facts
The pairing of Liberty (American symbol) and Britannia (British symbol) on a single bullion piece bridges two of the world's most iconic historic coin motifs onto a modern privately minted format.