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George Washington – “Inaugurated as First President” 20-Gram .999 Silver Bar – The Silver Mint
$114.99
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Description
| Mint Mark | NTF (appears as small oval hallmark on reverse) |
|---|---|
| VB ID | VB-TSM-GW-20G-01 |
| Item | George Washington - “Inaugurated as First President”20-Gram .999 Silver Bar - The Silver Mint |
| Mint | The Silver Mint (private mint, U.S.) Active primarily during the late 1970s–early 1980s |
| Year of issue | Not stated on bar (likely early–1980s based on mint history and style) |
| Composition | .999 Fine Silver 20 Grams Troy |
| Size | Approx. 49mm length × 26mm wide x 2mm thick (standard 20-gram bar dimensions) |
| Mint series | Early U.S. Historical / Presidential Commemorative Series (Limited Edition of 5,000 pieces) |
| Edge | Plain, serial |
| Internal Notes | • Less common 20-gram format—most Silver Mint pieces were 1 oz • Low mintage: 5,000 total, clearly stated on the reverse • Depicts Washington’s April 30, 1789 inauguration scene • Raised relief with deep antiquing similar to Silver Mint’s other historical issues • Collectors often group this with other small-format “U.S. History” art bars from independent 1970s–80s mints |
| Text front | George Washington’s inauguration on April 30, 1789/Inaugerated As First President |
| Text back | THE SILVER MINT/PURE SILVER .999 FINE/20 GRAMS/LIMITED EDITION 5000 |
| Text edge | Plain |
| Cited Sources | N/A |
Obverse Description
The obverse features a detailed, raised-relief depiction of George Washington’s inauguration on April 30, 1789, surrounded by fellow statesmen and dignitaries.
Top inscription:
GEORGE WASHINGTON
Right field text:
APRIL 30, 1789
Bottom banner text:
INAUGURATED AS FIRST PRESIDENT
Bar has a rectangular border with rounded corners typical of The Silver Mint’s art bar style.
Reverse Description
The reverse displays text in fully raised lettering, centered across the bar:
THE SILVER MINT
PURE SILVER .999 FINE
20 GRAMS
A row of stars spans the top and mid-section, adding to the patriotic theme.
Bottom inscription indicates the production total:
LIMITED EDITION 5000
The finish is dark-antiqued with bright raised text.
