Lot 258
1974 Chirstmas Silver Ingot and 1970s Ingot Set
Sold October 23, 2025
- Price realized
- $325
Price realized is the winning bid (hammer price) and excludes buyer’s premium.
About this lot
Estimated Value: $50-100
Origin: United States
Denomination: Ingot
Year: 1970 and 1974
Mint: Franklin Mint,
Grade: Mint Sets
Metal: Solid Sterling Silver
Weight (+/- 0.2g): 265.1g
Additional Description: The 1970s Christmas ingots from the Franklin Mint, including a boxed 1974 ingot and a larger set containing six pieces with several empty slots, reflect a unique moment in the history of private minting and collectible silver. Issued annually during the holiday season, these sterling silver ingots were marketed as both festive gifts and heirloom keepsakes, often featuring scenes of winter landscapes, holiday traditions, or nostalgic Americana rendered in high relief.
The single 1974 ingot, preserved in its original box, is representative of the quality and presentation that made these pieces popular among collectors and gift-givers alike. Each ingot was struck in sterling silver and individually serial-numbered, underscoring the Franklin Mint’s emphasis on limited-edition craftsmanship. The larger set, while incomplete, still offers a meaningful cross-section of the series, with its missing slots hinting at the collector’s ongoing pursuit or a paused legacy.
Lot details
- Lot
- 258
- Closed
- October 23, 2025
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