Antiqued and Colorized Silver Rounds

Antique and Colorized Silver Rounds at Provident Metals

There are many types of finishes and versions of coins and rounds. The most common are BU rounds. However, proof, reverse proof, and burnished rounds are also popular choices. Collectors and investors also look for antique rounds, which give an aged appearance, or colorized rounds to enhance their portfolio. Learn more about Antique and Colorized Silver Rounds right here at Provident Metals.

Antique Rounds

Typically used for silver coins and round, an antique finish gives rounds the appearance that the silver has been aged. To achieve this look, rounds are typically immersed in an oxidizing solution. This will blacken the round. The Silver Rounds are then placed in a degreasing solution before being dried with compressed air.

Some popular choices are the following:

• Egyptian Gods Series: This unique series showcases popular figures in Egyptian culture. Every round is made from 2 Troy oz of .999 pure silver with an antique finish. These rounds are also in ultra-high relief and designed by Heidi Wastweet.
• Legalized Collection: These rounds arrive in sealed blisterpacks with a Certificate of Authenticity. The overall collection celebrates the states that have legalized cannabis for recreational use. Unlike most silver rounds, these antiqued rounds have a mintage of 1,000 per unique state issue.
• Shield Stackers: The Shield Stackers series is from Today Ltd and features incredibly intricate designs with an antique finish. Both sides of the stacker feature the same design, with one side being concaved, allowing you to stack them on top of each other.
• Sculptural Arts Collection: This array of silver rounds is struck by Argentia Precious Metals. Available in 5 oz and 10 oz sizes, these .9999 pure silver rounds showcase iconic imagery such as Medusa, Herakles, and an Elephant. Each round is made with a free-flowing metal process giving these rounds a unique shape.

Colorized Rounds

There are many different methods to create a colorized round. One method is to apply a “sticker” to the surface. Another method is to add ink or paint through a printing process. Some mints will even use an enameling process to fill areas of the round with paint.

Some intriguing options include the following:

• Germania Beasts: The Germania Beasts collection is struck by the Germania Mint and showcases unique creatures from Norse mythology. These rounds are colorized specimens allowing the beasts to shine through.
• 9/11 20th Anniversary Set: This 2-round set from the North American Mint memorializes the 20th anniversary of the horrific events that transpired in New York City on 9/11. Each round is colorized, with one showing the New York City skyline in 2001, and the other displaying it in 2021.
• Trump Rounds: Donald Trump survived an assassination attempt on his life In July of 2024. Afterward, before walking off stage, he threw his fist up in the air, signaling to the crowd to keep fighting. This image has already grown notorious, and can now be seen on silver rounds, here at Provident Metals.

Sizes Available

These antiqued and colorized silver rounds are available in several unique sizes. The most common size you’ll find is a 1 Troy oz size. However, larger sizes such as 2 oz, 5 oz, 10 oz, a 1kilogram are also available.

Buying Antique and Colorized Silver Rounds at Provident Metals

For any questions regarding Antique and Colorized Silver Rounds, give the Provident Metals team a call at 1-800-313-3315. Our team can also be reached via email or through our online chat feature.