1922 Grant Memorial Commemorative Gold Dollar

About This Coin

The 1922 Grant Memorial Commemorative Gold Dollar is a United States Gold Dollar from the Classic Gold Commemoratives (1903-1926) series — a late issue, 7th of 8 years in the series. In 1922, coins were struck at the Philadelphia Mint with a combined mintage of 10,016. This ranks 3rd of 9 years by total mintage, below the series median of 10,041. The obverse features designs varying by commemorative issue and the reverse displays designs varying by commemorative issue. Minted during and after World War I, as America emerged as a global power and experienced the prosperity of the Roaring Twenties. Struck in 90% gold, 10% copper, weighing 1.7 grams, 14.3 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. A notable auction result reached $25K in MS68 grade at Heritage Auctions. Designed by Laura Gardin Fraser.