Included in The Silver Coins of Texas Set – Texas Sesquicentennial Silver Round
Overview
The 1986 Sam Houston Silver Round was issued during the Texas Sesquicentennial as part of The Silver Coins of Texas program produced by Lone Star Mint.
The design commemorates Sam Houston and the decisive Texian victory at the Battle of San Jacinto on April 21, 1836, which secured Texas independence from Mexico.
This round was issued individually and as part of a three-coin proof set alongside the Gonzales and Alamo issues.
Specifications
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Year | 1986 |
| Series | The Silver Coins of Texas |
| Metal | Silver |
| Purity | .999 fine |
| Weight | 1 troy ounce |
| Diameter | ~40 mm |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Finish | Proof / Proof-like |
| Mint | Lone Star Mint |
Historical Context
At the Battle of San Jacinto, Texian forces led by Sam Houston launched a surprise attack against the Mexican army under General Santa Anna. The engagement lasted approximately 18 minutes and resulted in a decisive Texian victory, effectively ending the Texas Revolution.
Series Context
Part of a three-coin set:
- Gonzales Cannon (Oct. 2, 1835)
- The Alamo (March 1836)
- Sam Houston / San Jacinto (April 21, 1836)
This round is unique within the set due to its hybrid border configuration, bridging the plain-border Gonzales round and the fully denticled Alamo issue.
Details
| Year | 1986 |
|---|---|
| Type | Round |
| Set/Collection | The Silver Coins of Texas 3 Piece Set |
| Mint Mark | None |
| Manufacturer / Mint | Lone Star Mint (Plano, Texas) |
| Issuer | Lone Star Mint (Plano, Texas) |
| Designer / Sculptor / Engraver | Artist: Steve Rogers (McKinney, TX), Designer: Mark Schroeder (Plano TX) |
| Obverse Image |  |
| Design: Obverse | Depicts Sam Houston mounted on horseback, holding a sword, with the San Jacinto Monument shown in the background. Legends: TEXAS SESQUICENTENNIAL, SAM HOUSTON, VICTORY AT SAN JACINTO, APRIL 21, 1836, ONE OUNCE .999 SILVER. |
| Reverse Image |  |
| Design: Reverse | Central Texas state seal motif featuring a five-pointed star surrounded by an olive branch and live oak branch. Legends: THE LONE STAR STATE, 1836 — TEXAS — 1986, 1845, Design note: The olive and oak branches display three olives and three acorns, consistent with other Lone Star Mint designs. Border: Plain rim — no denticles |
| Edge Type | Reeded |
| Edge Inscription | None |
| Metal | Silver |
| Fineness | .999 |
| Weight (grams) | 31.1 |
| Weight (troy oz) | 1 |
| Diameter (mm) | 38.75 |
| Thickness (mm) | 1.85 |
| Attribution Notes | Produced by Lone Star Mint as part of its confirmed 1986 Sesquicentennial program. Attribution supported by: original proof-set packaging, consistent design language across the series, direct confirmation from the current owner of Lone Star Mint, who participated in mint operations during the 1980s. |
| Notes | Only three designs were issued in The Silver Coins of Texas series Border variation across the three coins represents distinct die formats within the same program Reverse denticles match the Alamo issue, indicating shared production tooling or die preparation standards |