1900 Lafayette Commemorative Dollar
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About This Coin
The 1900 Lafayette Commemorative Dollar is a United States dollar from the Classic Silver Commemoratives (1892-1954) series — an early issue, 3rd of 30 years in the series. In 1900, coins were struck at the Philadelphia Mint with a combined mintage of 36,026. This ranks 49th of 80 years by total mintage, above the series median of 26,967. The obverse features designs varying by commemorative issue, each authorized by an individual act of Congress and the reverse displays designs varying by commemorative issue. Produced during the Progressive Era, when President Theodore Roosevelt championed a renaissance in American coin design that produced some of the most beautiful coins ever struck. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 26.73 grams, 38.1 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. A notable auction result reached $86K in MS67 grade at Heritage Auctions. Designed by Charles E. Barber.