1983 (P) Olympic Dollar

Coin Details

Auction Record

$3,220 MS69 08-01-2005 Heritage Auctions

Description

The 1983 (P) Olympic Dollar is a dollar produced at the Philadelphia Mint as part of the Modern Commemorative Dollars (1982-Date) series. The U.S. Mint produced 294,543 examples, making this the highest mintage among 3 variants, accounting for 46% of the year's production. The obverse features designs varying by commemorative issue, authorized by Congress to honor significant American events, people, and institutions and the reverse displays designs varying by commemorative issue. Struck after the transition from silver to clad coinage, as the Mint adapted to modern production methods and record-breaking mintages. Struck at the original U.S. Mint facility, in continuous operation since 1792. Auction record: $3,220 MS69 08-01-2005 Heritage Auctions. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 26.73 grams, 38.1 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #9605.