1999 Dolley Madison Commemorative Dollar
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About This Coin
The 1999 Dolley Madison Commemorative Dollar is a United States dollar from the Modern Commemorative Dollars (1982-Date) series — 16th of 42 years in the series. In 1999, coins were struck at the Philadelphia Mint with a combined mintage of 313,507. This ranks 53rd 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 MS70 grade at Heritage Auctions. Designed by T. James Ferrell/Thomas D. Rogers.
