Engelhard Corporation was established in 1902 by Charles W. Engelhard Sr. and grew to be one of the leading names in the precious metals field. In the 1970s, the company introduced its first gold rounds, highlighted by a design that gained lasting recognition: the American Prospector. BGASC now offers 1977 1 oz Engelhard Prospector Gold Rounds online.

Highlights:

• Round arrives in a protective plastic flip!
• Made in the United States!
• Famous Engelhard Prospector design!
• Contains 1 troy oz of .9995 pure gold.
• The obverse features the Engelhard logo with identifying hallmarks.
• The reverse shows the classic American Prospector image.

Each 1977 1 oz Engelhard Prospector Gold Round is packaged in a protective plastic flip. Engelhard continued to issue Prospector gold rounds until 1987, with the design becoming well known across the industry. Today, the image of the lone prospector remains a recognizable reminder of the frontier experience and the pursuit of the American Dream.

Obverse

The obverse of the 1977 1 oz Prospector Gold Round is centered on the Engelhard logo. The design shows a bold capital E inside a stylized globe, with the Engelhard name above, and important details including the rounds weight, purity, and metal content placed below.

Reverse

On the reverse of the Engelhard Prospector Gold Round, the American prospector appears in a natural scene. He is depicted kneeling by a creek, using a pan to search for metals, a common method during the gold and silver rushes of the 1800s.

History

Cultural portrayals often show prospectors as older men with long beards, simple clothing, and basic tools like pickaxes and pans, sometimes traveling with pack animals through mountain landscapes. These images, spread through books, movies, and folklore, emphasize qualities such as determination, optimism, and independence.

Ordering

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