July 4, 1776, marks the adoption of the Declaration of Independence by the Continental Congress, officially founding the United States as an independent nation. On that date, the thirteen colonies declared their separation from Great Britain and introduced lasting ideas about freedom, equality, and self-rule. As July 4, 2026, approaches, the nation prepares to celebrate 250 years since that turning point in history. Right now, 1 oz Silver Colorized America250 July 4 1776 Rounds from Sunshine Minting are available from Provident Metals.

Highlights:

• Arrives in an acrylic slab with an America250 label!
• Colorized visuals on select design elements!
• Proof-like reverse visuals!
• Contains 1 troy oz of .999 pure silver.
• The obverse features an American flag background and the nations founding date.
• On the reverse are the semiquincentennial dates of the nation and an America250 logo.

Each 1 oz Silver Colorized America250 July 4 1776 Round is made by Sunshine Minting and arrives in an acrylic slab that keeps the round well-protected. The slab also includes an America250 information card for collectors. These pieces feature colorized highlights on the design elements, paired with a polished, frosted reverse finish.

Obverse

The obverse of Silver Colorized Sunshine America250 July 4 1776 Rounds presents the American flag as the background, with bold, stylized letters displaying July 4th, 1776. This side also includes the America250 inscription in honor of the nations 250th anniversary.

Reverse

On the reverse of 1 oz Silver Colorized America250 July 4 1776 Rounds, youll find the America250 logo featuring the number 250 in a stylized design. The word SEMIQUINCENTENNIAL and the commemorative dates are also present, along with the identifying hallmarks and SMI mint mark. The background is filled with stars of varying sizes for an added touch of depth. The inscriptions read 1776, 2026, AMERICA, 250, 1 OZ 999 AG, and SEMIQUINCENTENNIAL.

History

The Declaration of Independence, written mainly by Thomas Jefferson and signed by representatives of the colonies, declared that governments exist only with the consent of the governed and that all people are entitled to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. This date marked the beginning of a new nation built on freedom and self-determination.

Ordering

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