The First Silver Dollar of the American West

The coin that helped fuel America’s expansion into the western frontier...

• First minted in the 1820’s, the 90% silver “Cap & Ray 8 Reales,” Mexico’s first silver dollar, was accepted as legal tender throughout the United States until 1857.
• Each coin contains more than 27 grams of silver — about ¼ gram more than the classic Morgan Silver Dollar.
• The front depicts an eagle perched on a cactus while destroying a serpent — recalling an ancient Aztec legend about the origin of Mexico City.
• On the back, powerful rays of the sun burst forth to highlight a Liberty cap — a symbol of freedom shared by the U.S. and Mexico.
• Protectively encased, to preserve its gently circulated condition, and elegantly presented in a deluxe wooden Display Chest with a special insert that allows the coin to be displayed at the optimum viewing angle.
• An expertly written Collector’s Guide, which provides the riveting story behind the coin’s use and importance in taming the Old West, is also included.