1875 Trade Dollar Grade: VF25 #0272
International1875 Trade Dollar Grade: VF25 #0272
Grade: VF25Mintmark: No mintmark
Composition: Silver 0.900
Krause Number: KM# 108
### Obverse (front)
**Wear and Detail Integrity:**
Moderate wear is evident across the central motif and high points. Legends and star devices remain clear, though internal details show significant smoothing.
**Luster and Eye Appeal:**
Original mint luster is absent, replaced by a consistent circulated patina. The eye appeal is average for a mid-grade circulated specimen.
**Surface Condition:**
The fields exhibit numerous small contact marks and minor abrasions consistent with extended circulation. Rims remain mostly intact with light bruising.
### Reverse (back)
**Wear and Detail Integrity:**
Major devices show noticeable flatness, particularly on the higher relief sections. Peripheral legends are well-defined, though secondary details are partially merged.
**Luster and Eye Appeal:**
The surface displays a dull, greyish tone with no remaining luster. Visual transitions between fields and motifs are softened.
**Surface Condition:**
Scattered marks and light scratches are visible across the fields. The denticles and outer edges show moderate wear but remain distinct.
### Grading Analysis Results
**Grade: VF-25 (Very Fine 25)**
This specimen exhibits moderate, even wear across all surfaces. Primary design elements remain bold and clear, though fine details are recessed.