1992 Christopher Columbus Quincentenary Commemorative Dollar
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About This Coin
The 1992 Christopher Columbus Quincentenary Commemorative Dollar is a United States cent from the Modern Commemorative Dollars (1982-Date) series — 9th of 42 years in the series. In 1992, coins were struck at the Philadelphia and Denver Mints with a combined mintage of 491,890. This ranks 66th of 86 years by total mintage, above the series median of 226,572. 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 in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 26.73 grams, 38.1 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. A notable auction result reached $1.0K in PR70 grade at Heritage Auctions. Designed by T. James Ferrell/Thomas D. Rogers.
