1994 United States Capitol Bicentennial Commemorative Dollar
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About This Coin
The 1994 United States Capitol Bicentennial Commemorative Dollar is a United States cent from the Modern Commemorative Dollars (1982-Date) series — 11th of 42 years in the series. In 1994, coins were struck at the Denver and San Francisco Mints with a combined mintage of 347,931. This ranks 57th 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 $709 in PR70 grade at eBay. Designed by William C. Cousins/John Mercanti.
