Walking Liberty Privately Minted 1 oz Silver Round
Coin/Bullion · Generic Private Mint; these are produced by various refiners such as Golden State Mint, Sunshine Minting, or Highland Mint without a specific government sovereign status.
Pattern: Walking Liberty Design (based on Adolph A. Weinman's 1916 Half Dollar)
Type
Coin/Bullion
Maker
Generic Private Mint; these are produced by various refiners such as Golden State Mint, Sunshine Minting, or Highland Mint without a specific government sovereign status.
Material
.999 Fine Silver (Solid 1 Troy Ounce)
Dimensions
39mm diameter; 1 Troy Ounce (31.1 grams); approximately 2.8mm to 3mm thickness.
Description
A shimmering .999 fine silver bullion piece meticulously struck with the iconic Walking Liberty design. While resembling a US Silver Eagle, this is a 'round' rather than a 'coin' as it lacks a legal tender face value. The piece serves as a store of value, featuring Lady Liberty in her classic stride against a rising sun, signifying strength and freedom.
Key Features
Obvious 'PRIVATELY MINTED' text to distinguish from government-issued coins; lack of a legal tender denomination ($1) which would be on a true American Eagle.
Material & Composition
.999 Fine Silver (Solid 1 Troy Ounce)
Finish & Decoration
Satin/Brilliant Uncirculated finish with relief featuring Lady Liberty walking toward the sun draped in the American flag; text includes 'LIBERTY', 'PRIVATELY MINTED', and 'SILVER ROUND'.
Hallmarks & Stamps
Stamped 'PRIVATELY MINTED' and 'SILVER ROUND' on obverse; reverse typically features '.999 FINE SILVER' and 'ONE TROY OUNCE' stamps.
Construction Details
Machine die-struck/pressed from fine silver planchets; high-pressure minting process for sharp relief.
Functional Features
Investment vehicle for silver bullion; stacking ridges/reeded edge (usually) for grip and anti-clipping protection.
Handle & Grip Details
None; coin-style reeded edge (grooved side edges) for tactile identification and handling.
Craftsmanship Details
Commercial bullion quality; clean strikes, sharp lettering, and uniform rim thickness consistent with modern industrial minting standards.
Authentication Indicators
Explicit 'PRIVATELY MINTED' lettering; correct diameter-to-thickness ratio for 1oz silver; high-quality strike detail in the hand and flag folds.
Origin & Manufacturing
United States; manufactured by a private commercial refinery or minting facility.
Era & Period
Modern Bullion Era (Late 20th - Early 21st Century); design originally from the American Neo-Classical period.
Age Estimate
Modern production, likely c. 1980-present.
Cultural Significance
Represents the democratized investment in physical precious metals outside of government minting programs.
Condition Notes
Very Good to Excellent (BU); light surface bag marks and typical tarnish oxidation starting to appear on the lower rim/sunray area.
Value Estimate
Spot price of 1oz silver plus a $1.00 - $3.00 USD premium depending on market conditions.
Care & Maintenance
Store in a PVC-free air-tight capsule to prevent tarnish; handle by edges only with cotton gloves to prevent oil-induced fingerprints.
Similar Pieces
American Silver Eagle (US Mint), Walking Liberty Half Dollar (90% silver), generic silver bars, and Sunshine Minting 'Walking Liberty' rounds.
Interesting Facts
Unlike the American Silver Eagle which has a face value of one dollar, these rounds are valued strictly for their silver content plus a small minting premium. Privately minted rounds allow investors to own the famous Weinman design at a lower cost than sovereign coins.