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

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Auction Record

$1,700 PR70DCAM 08-08-2022 eBay

Description

The 1984 (S) Proof Los Angeles Olympiad Commemorative Ten Dollar Gold is a proof dollar struck at the San Francisco Mint, part of the Modern Commemorative Ten Dollar Gold (1984-2003) series. With a mintage of 48,551, this is a scarce issue — ranked 3rd of 5 mint variants by mintage, with 8% 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 San Francisco Mint, established during the California Gold Rush and now primarily producing proof and collector coins. Auction record: $1,700 PR70DCAM 08-08-2022 eBay. Struck in 90% gold, 10% copper, weighing 16.72 grams, 26.92 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #9616.