I was at my lcs today picking up some foreign coins, and another guy comes in. he carries in a paper-ream box full of proof and mint sets and some silver. he pulls out a massive coin to show the clerk, and the clerk says it doesn't say .999 silver or the like, so it isn't silver. the guy who owns it says I can have it, and he hands it to me. I graciously thank him, and leave with my stuff. I got home and did some research, and I think it is silver! mine is exactly like this ebay listing: http://www.ebay.com/itm/One-Troy-Pound- ... 7675.l2557
I'll post some pictures of mine soon. the background is proof. the serial number is 01769. thanks in advance for any help!