What is an 1879 silver dollar?

An 1879 silver dollar is a one-dollar coin minted by the United States Mint in 1879. It is composed of 90% silver and 10% copper, and weighs 26.73 grams. The obverse of the coin features a portrait of Liberty facing to the left, with the words "Liberty" and "In God We Trust" inscribed above her. The reverse of the coin features an eagle with outstretched wings perched on a rock, with the words "United States of America" and "One Dollar" inscribed around it.

The 1879 silver dollar was designed by William Barber, the third Chief Engraver of the United States Mint. It is one of the most popular silver dollars ever minted, and is prized by coin collectors for its beauty and historical significance.

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Was life difficult in the 1800?

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Holocaust
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