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Lot 71j

1981 250th ANNIVERSARY EAGLE .999 COPPER BAR

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Lot number71j
AuctionOct 22 2026 Gold Silver Bullion Coins Sports Cards Knives
DateOctober 22, 2026 at 7:00 pm CT
Auction houseIowa Surplus & Estate Auctions
LocationCoralville, Iowa

Description

1981 250th ANNIVERSARY EAGLE .999 COPPER BAR

1981 250th ANNIVERSARY EAGLE .999 COPPER 1 OZ ART BAR WITH LEATHER SLEEVE

This collectible 1981 art bar commemorates the 250th Anniversary of George Washington's birth and is struck in 1 oz of .999 copper. The obverse features a stunning, high-detail colorized eagle set against a vibrant blue glitter background with an American flag wing motif. The reverse is marked with the purity .999 CU, the weight 1 OZ, and includes a unique serial number 0631 alongside a patriotic shield and laurel design. This copper bar comes protected in a clear acrylic capsule and includes a premium custom-embossed black leather sleeve featuring the 250th Anniversary logo and eagle design, making it a complete and highly desirable set for collectors of anniversary exonumia and copper bullion.

1981 George Washington 250th Anniversary Eagle 1 oz .999 Copper Bar with Leather Pouch

Condition: The item appears to be in BU (Brilliant Uncirculated) condition, housed in a protective clear acrylic capsule. The obverse features a vibrant, multi-color enameled design with a glitter-textured blue background, depicting a bald eagle and the American flag. The reverse shows a natural copper finish with some light peripheral toning and minor spotting consistent with copper of this age. The accompanying black leather pouch is well-preserved with clear embossed lettering and decorative stitching.

Mint: 320 Coins
Metal Content: .999 Copper
Historical Context: Issued in 1981 to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the birth of George Washington (1732-1982).
Strike Type: Enameled Business Strike
Grading: Ungraded/Raw

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