#5 • Engelhard .999 Fine Silver 1 ozt. Bar

Part of Gold and Silver Showcase (live auction by Blue Box Auction Gallery)

High bid $48.00

Status: Sold

Estimated Value: $45-60 Origin: Plainville, Massachusetts Denomination: 1 ozt. Bar Year: Estimated 1981 Mint: Engelhard Grade/Condition: Scuffs and scratches throughout Metal: .999 fine silver Weight (+/- 0.2g): 31.2 grams Additional Description: This 1 troy ounce silver bar, composed of .999+ fine silver, bears the Engelhard hallmark and is marked with the serial number PU 99689. Part of Engelhard’s pressed, serialized series, this bar reflects the company's commitment to precision and consistency during a time when private mints were becoming central to the bullion market. Unlike the larger poured bars, these smaller, machine-stamped pieces were produced with tighter tolerances and a sleeker, more uniform appearance; qualities that made them especially appealing to individual investors and collectors alike.