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1989 (S) Proof Congress Dollar

Strike Type
1989 (S) Modern Commemoratives coin

Coin Details

Year
1989
Denomination
Modern Commemoratives
Mint Mark
S
Strike Type
Proof
Series
Modern Commemorative Dollars (1982-Date)
Designer
William Woodward
Mintage
762,198
Composition
90% Silver, 10% Copper
Weight
26.73g
Diameter
38.1mm
Edge
Reeded

Auction Record

Price realized
$1,038
Sold
Grade
PR70
Auction house
Great Collections

Description

The 1989 (S) Proof Congress Dollar is a proof dollar struck at the San Francisco Mint, part of the Modern Commemorative Dollars (1982-Date) series. The San Francisco Mint struck 762,198 proof Congress Bicentennial dollars dated 1989. The obverse shows the Statue of Freedom from the Capitol dome and the reverse the mace of the House of Representatives. 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. Struck at the San Francisco Mint, established during the California Gold Rush and now primarily producing proof and collector coins. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 26.73 grams, 38.1 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #9635.

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