1996 Smithsonian Institution 150th Anniversary Commemorative Dollar
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About This Coin
The 1996 Smithsonian Institution 150th Anniversary Commemorative Dollar is a United States dollar from the Modern Commemorative Dollars (1982-Date) series. In 1996, the Philadelphia and Denver Mints struck 160,382 of these dollars, uncirculated and proof together, by the Mint's figures. The obverse shows the Smithsonian "Castle" and the reverse a figure of knowledge seated on a globe. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 26.73 grams, 38.1 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Designed by Thomas D. Rogers/John M. Mercanti.
Specifications
Strike Types & Varieties(2)
1996 (D) Smithsonian Institution 150th Anniversary Dollar
1996 (P) Proof Smithsonian Institution 150th Anniversary Dollar
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