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1988 Sunshine Mining 1 oz Silver Bar - “Date In The Rays” VINTAGE
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VINTAGE 1988 SUNSHINE MINING 1 OZ SILVER BAR – "DATE IN THE RAYS"
Item Overview
- Issuer: Sunshine Mining Company (Idaho, USA)
- Year of Release: 1988
- Composition: .999 Fine Silver
- Weight: 1 Troy Ounce (31.1 grams)
- Format: Minted Bullion Bar
- Classification: Vintage Bullion / Semi-Numismatic
- Rarity Factor: Scarce (Highly sought-after dated variant)
Design Description
Obverse (Front) The obverse features the iconic Sunshine Mining corporate logo: a majestic bald eagle in mid-flight, wings outstretched, set against a stylized rising sun. Crucially, the "1988" mint year is crisply struck directly within the sun's lower rays. The clean, mirror-like background contrasts beautifully with the frosted details of the eagle.
Reverse (Back)The reverse is oriented vertically and features a repeating diagonal pattern of the Sunshine Mining logo. A central smooth banner displays the official purity and weight stamps:SUNSHINE MINING1 TROY OUNCE.999 FINE SILVER
Historical & Collector Significance
Established in the historic Coeur d'Alene Mining District of Idaho, the Sunshine Mining Company was once one of the largest silver producers in United States history.
While the company produced millions of standard, undated bullion pieces over the decades, bars featuring a specific mint year are significantly harder to find. The 1988 "Date in the Rays" variant is a premier example of late-1980s private minting history. It is highly prized by vintage silver stackers who collect by year, bridging the gap between raw bullion investment and numismatic collecting.
Condition & Grading Guide
Excellent / Lightly Circulated: Strong details, but may exhibit light surface hairlines, natural vintage toning (patina), or minor edge soft spots from storage.
* Light Toning See Images.
* Images are of actual product you would be receiving.
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