Central rose in full bloom with accompanying bud and leaves. Legend above reads “TYLER, TEXAS.” Below, the date “1982” appears above the curved inscription “ROSE CAPITAL OF THE WORLD.” The design reflects Tyler’s long-standing identity as the center of the Texas rose industry.
Central hallmark “P&P Co.” within an elongated cartouche. Surrounding inscriptions read “ONE TROY OUNCE – 31.1 GRAMS” above and “.999 FINE SILVER – SILVER TRADE UNIT” below. The layout follows standard early-1980s private bullion formatting.
1982 Rose Capital of the World Overview
The 1982 Rose Capital of the World – Tyler Tx silver trade unit was issued by P&P Co., a small regional bullion fabricator based in Tyler. The round reflects early 1980s Texas trade unit production, combining local civic identity with standardized bullion specifications.
COAs were individually numbered and issued with the rounds:
1982 Rose Capital of the World Historical Context
During the early 1980s, numerous small Texas issuers produced silver trade units tied to local identity and commerce. These pieces predate the 1986 bullion boom and were often sold through coin shops, promotional channels, or local events. This issue reflects Tyler’s branding as the “Rose Capital of the World,” a title tied to its commercial rose production and annual rose festival.
Research and Attribution Note: Texas Stacker would like to recognize Wayne Clepper at American Gold and Diamond Exchange Tyler TX for finding and sharing these wonderful specimens. The entire team at American Gold and Diamond Exchange is top notch. Thank you!
