Limited Edition Collector's Series Wildlife Stag 1 oz .999 Fine Silver Round
Coin/Bullion (Bullion Round) · Private Mint Production; likely a US-based generic mint such as Silvertowne, GSM, or Sunshine Minting for a promotional collection.
Pattern: Wildlife Collector Series; part of a themed set featuring North American fauna.
Type
Coin/Bullion (Bullion Round)
Maker
Private Mint Production; likely a US-based generic mint such as Silvertowne, GSM, or Sunshine Minting for a promotional collection.
Material
.999 Fine Silver (Solid); often includes a thin 24K gold selective plating on the rim/text (Vermeil accents).
Dimensions
Diameter approximately 39mm; typical thickness 2.8mm; weight 1 troy ounce (31.1 grams).
Description
A lustrous 1 oz fine silver bullion round featuring a highly detailed wildlife scene. The central motif depicts a noble stag with an impressive rack of antlers, accompanied by a doe and fawn in a naturalistic landscape. The piece is framed by a selectively gold-plated rim bearing the text 'LIMITED EDITION COLLECTOR'S SERIES'. It combines the intrinsic value of precious metal with artistic engraving, designed to appeal to both silver stackers and wildlife enthusiasts.
Key Features
Selective gilding (gold-tone) on text and stars; high-relief frosting on the deer; .999 purity stamp visible on the obverse.
Material & Composition
.999 Fine Silver (Solid); often includes a thin 24K gold selective plating on the rim/text (Vermeil accents).
Finish & Decoration
Proof-like finish with frosted relief (the stag) and mirrored fields. Depicts a family of deer (buck, doe, fawn) in a forest setting; selective gold-tone gilding on the outer legend.
Hallmarks & Stamps
Stamped '.999 FINE SILVER' on the obverse; reverse likely contains weight 'ONE TROY OUNCE' and purity; lacks official government assay marks as it is a private round.
Construction Details
Die-struck/Machine-pressed; high-pressure strike to achieve detail in the fur and forest background; likely struck by a hydraulic coin press.
Functional Features
Housed in a protective acrylic airtight capsule to prevent oxidation and physical contact; no mechanical functional features.
Handle & Grip Details
Reeded edge (milled) for grip and to prevent metal shaving; no external handles.
Craftsmanship Details
Machine-struck with precision dies; the selective gilding is an added manufacturing step involving electrolysis or chemical vapor deposition to highlight text.
Authentication Indicators
Correct frosted/mirror contrast for a proof round; standard bullion typography; .999 fineness declaration. Weight verification via scale is the primary authentication method.
Origin & Manufacturing
United States; produced in a private refinery or minting facility specializing in silver bullion products for the collector market.
Era & Period
Modern / Contemporary Bullion Era (late 20th - early 21st century); specifically 1980s-1990s marketing style.
Age Estimate
Circa 1985-2005; the 'Limited Edition Collector Series' phrasing and gold-gilded rim are typical of mail-order or TV-advertised silver sets of this period.
Cultural Significance
Represents the 'collectibles' craze of the late 20th century where silver was marketed as both an investment and a hobbyist art form.
Condition Notes
Very Good to Excellent; currently stored in a cracked acrylic capsule which has protected the metal. Visible light toning/patina near the edges where air has entered the capsule. No significant scratches or rim dings.
Value Estimate
Spot price of silver + $3–$7 premium; typically $30–$45 USD depending on the current silver market and buyer interest in the motif.
Care & Maintenance
Keep in the protective acrylic capsule; if the capsule is cracked, replace it with a new 39mm airtight container. Do not clean or polish, as this removes the 'frosting' and lowers collector value.
Similar Pieces
SilverTowne Wildlife Series, Franklin Mint Wildlife Rounds, or American Silver Eagles (the latter being legal tender with higher premiums).
Interesting Facts
Items like this were often sold via magazines or late-night commercials as 'instant family heirlooms' during the silver booms of the late 20th century.