The obverse features: Outline of the Republic Texas, “since 1836”, “A Sovereign Nation Under God”, date “2003”. A star appears within the Texas outline near southeast Texas.
The reverse features: Republic of Texas flag, “Texas Silver”, “eight grams .999 fine Texas silver”, “Freedom - Supreme Law for its People”. The use of: “Texas Silver” and: “eight grams” differs from the “Units” denomination systems observed on other Republic of Texas bullion issues.
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Only 5,000 documented as minted
Price History — Full Record
| Date | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 9, 2026 | ~60.00 | Most RecentUnverified |
| Jul 4, 2026 | ~55.00 | Unverified |
| Dec 27, 2025 | 74.45 | Highest Ever |
| Dec 6, 2025 | 12.00 | |
| Nov 24, 2025 | 29.99 | |
| Oct 18, 2025 | 26.00 | |
| Aug 13, 2025 | 39.00 | |
| Jul 28, 2025 | 39.00 | |
| Jul 7, 2025 | 19.50 | |
| Jun 9, 2025 | 33.50 | |
| Apr 22, 2025 | 11.01 | |
| Apr 4, 2025 | 14.99 | |
| Dec 17, 2024 | 14.99 | |
| Dec 15, 2024 | 14.00 | Derived: Two X 2-coin $28.00/2 |
| Oct 18, 2024 | 20.00 | |
| Sep 20, 2024 | 19.99 | |
| Jul 7, 2024 | 35.00 | |
| Jun 27, 2024 | 21.99 | |
| Jun 15, 2024 | 29.99 | |
| Jun 12, 2024 | 29.99 | |
| Jun 8, 2024 | 49.00 | |
| May 14, 2024 | 39.99 | |
| May 1, 2024 | 29.99 | |
| Apr 8, 2024 | 29.99 | |
| Apr 8, 2024 | 29.99 | |
| Mar 29, 2024 | 29.99 | |
| Nov 26, 2023 | 49.00 | |
| Nov 14, 2023 | 47.00 | |
| Jul 16, 2023 | 29.99 | |
| Jun 2, 2023 | 45.00 | |
| Apr 13, 2023 | 45.00 | |
| Aug 12, 2021 | 11.45 | |
| Jul 11, 2021 | 18.45 | |
| May 25, 2021 | 12.55 | |
| May 21, 2021 | 9.95 | |
| Jan 30, 2021 | 20.00 | |
| Dec 17, 2020 | 20.00 | |
| Dec 13, 2020 | 11.50 | |
| Sep 28, 2020 | 16.95 | |
| Jan 20, 2020 | 10.99 | |
| Sep 1, 2019 | 10.99 | |
| Mar 23, 2019 | 12.62 | |
| Mar 5, 2019 | 13.99 | |
| Feb 26, 2019 | 13.99 | |
| Feb 19, 2019 | 13.99 | |
| Feb 14, 2019 | 13.99 | |
| Feb 11, 2019 | 11.50 | |
| Feb 7, 2019 | 13.99 | |
| Feb 4, 2019 | 13.99 | |
| Jan 22, 2019 | 15.05 | |
| Jan 21, 2019 | 13.75 | Derived: 4-coin $54.99/4 |
| Jan 14, 2019 | 13.99 | |
| Jan 7, 2019 | 13.99 | |
| Dec 5, 2018 | 10.19 | |
| Oct 28, 2018 | 24.98 | |
| Oct 28, 2018 | 24.98 | |
| Oct 26, 2018 | 24.98 | |
| Oct 25, 2018 | 24.98 | |
| Oct 9, 2018 | 33.79 | |
| Sep 25, 2018 | 15.00 | |
| Aug 23, 2018 | 35.80 | |
| Aug 14, 2018 | 19.05 | |
| Aug 1, 2018 | 20.50 | |
| Jul 30, 2018 | 12.50 | |
| Jul 20, 2018 | 10.56 | |
| Jul 5, 2018 | 11.03 | |
| Jun 19, 2018 | 13.99 | |
| May 24, 2018 | 7.00 | Derived: Lot of 5 $35.00/5 |
| Oct 9, 2017 | 12.25 | |
| Jul 31, 2017 | 13.71 | |
| Jul 24, 2017 | 13.71 | |
| Jul 17, 2017 | 13.66 | |
| Jun 12, 2017 | 10.51 | |
| Jun 2, 2017 | 13.49 | |
| May 31, 2017 | 13.49 | |
| May 29, 2017 | 14.71 | |
| May 8, 2017 | 13.71 | |
| Apr 24, 2017 | 10.50 | |
| Apr 10, 2017 | 10.50 | |
| Apr 6, 2017 | 11.50 | |
| Apr 3, 2017 | 10.50 | |
| Mar 27, 2017 | 10.50 | |
| Mar 21, 2017 | 14.99 | |
| Mar 1, 2017 | 11.50 | |
| Jan 19, 2017 | 21.61 | |
| Jan 11, 2017 | 15.56 | |
| Jan 5, 2017 | 15.51 | |
| Dec 6, 2016 | 10.50 | |
| Sep 9, 2016 | 22.50 | |
| Aug 17, 2016 | 16.50 | |
| Jul 31, 2016 | 10.08 | |
| Jul 25, 2016 | 10.50 | |
| May 2, 2016 | 16.27 | |
| Dec 14, 2015 | 46.99 | |
| Oct 5, 2015 | 35.00 | Derived: 4coins $140.00/4 |
| Oct 3, 2015 | 22.00 | |
| Oct 3, 2015 | 30.00 | Derived: Two coins $60.00/2 |
| Sep 26, 2015 | 15.00 | |
| Aug 6, 2015 | 35.00 | |
| Feb 7, 2015 | 26.00 | |
| Jun 23, 2013 | 24.99 | |
| Jun 5, 2013 | 13.50 | |
| May 16, 2013 | 27.89 | |
| May 9, 2013 | 33.75 | |
| May 7, 2013 | 20.00 | |
| May 1, 2013 | 20.50 | |
| Mar 20, 2011 | 12.56 | |
| Feb 4, 2011 | 11.99 |
2003 Republic of Texas 8 Gram Overview
The 2003 Republic of Texas 8 Gram Silver Round is the earliest documented silver coin issued by the Republic of Texas Interim Government. Contemporary announcements describe the piece as the first silver coin intended for use as money within the Republic of Texas monetary system and as a means of exchange between citizens. The issue was unveiled by Republic of Texas Treasurer Earl Forester following the transition from a Provisional Government to an Interim Government in 2003.
According to Republic of Texas announcements, 5,000 examples were delivered to the organization’s seat of government in Overton, Texas on September 27, 2003. The organization reported that more than 4,000 pieces were distributed within twenty-four hours of their arrival, prompting plans for an additional minting. Contemporary Republic-of-Texas.net announcements identify the issue as the first Republic of Texas silver coin intended for use as money and a means of exchange between citizens of the Republic of Texas.
2003 Republic of Texas 8 Gram Historical Context
In 2003, the Republic of Texas organization associated with Republic-of-Texas.net undertook a significant restructuring effort, replacing its Provisional Government with an Interim Government under President Daniel Miller. During this period the organization established a seat of government in Overton, Texas, expanded governmental departments, operated a treasury, and announced plans for a monetary system based on silver coinage.
On July 2, 2003, the organization announced that Treasurer Earl Forester had ordered the minting of the first Republic of Texas silver coins following ratification of the Interim Government’s Plans and Powers. The announcement stated that the coins were intended to be used as a means of exchange between citizens. On October 8, 2003, President Daniel Miller formally unveiled the new 8 gram silver coin and described it as “the 1st coin to be used as money in the Republic of Texas.”
The 8 Gram Silver Round therefore represents the first documented monetary issue of the Republic of Texas Interim Government and precedes the introduction of the 1/20 Texas Shekel silver coin announced in 2004.
2003 Republic of Texas 8 Gram Attribution
Attribution of this issue is supported by multiple contemporary Republic-of-Texas.net announcements published in 2003. A July 2, 2003 announcement reported that Treasurer Earl Forester had ordered the minting of the first Republic of Texas silver coins following adoption of the Interim Government. A subsequent October 8, 2003 announcement identified the issue as a new 8 gram silver coin, described it as the first coin to be used as money in the Republic of Texas, and reported that 5,000 examples had been delivered to Overton, Texas. These announcements directly connect the observed 8 gram silver issue to the Republic of Texas Interim Government coinage program.
2003 Republic of Texas 8 Gram Notes
- First documented silver coin issued by the Republic of Texas Interim Government.
- Announced as a means of exchange between Republic of Texas citizens.
- Unveiled by Treasurer Earl Forester in October 2003.
- 5,000 examples reportedly delivered to Overton, Texas on September 27, 2003.
- Contemporary reports indicate approximately 4,400 pieces were distributed within twenty-four hours.
- Predates the 2004 Republic of Texas 1/20 Texas Shekel, 1 Gerah, silver coin.
- Issued during the Republic-of-Texas.net Interim Government period under President Daniel Miller.
