1984 (D) Proof Los Angeles Olympiad Commemorative Ten Dollar Gold

Coin Details

Auction Record

$2,185 PR70 01-01-2010 David Lawrence RC

Description

The 1984 (D) Proof Los Angeles Olympiad Commemorative Ten Dollar Gold is a proof dollar struck at the Denver Mint, part of the Modern Commemorative Ten Dollar Gold (1984-2003) series. With a mintage of 34,533, this is a scarce issue — ranked 2nd of 5 mint variants by mintage, with 6% of production. The obverse features designs varying by commemorative issue 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. As a proof issue, this coin was struck multiple times on specially prepared polished planchets using polished dies, producing mirror-like fields and frosted design elements prized by collectors. Struck at the Denver Mint, established in 1906 from an earlier assay office that processed Colorado gold rush metal. Auction record: $2,185 PR70 01-01-2010 David Lawrence RC. Struck in 90% gold, 10% copper, weighing 16.72 grams, 26.92 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #9615.