1999 Yellowstone National Park Commemorative Dollar
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About This Coin
The 1999 Yellowstone National Park Commemorative Dollar is a United States dollar from the Modern Commemorative Dollars (1982-Date) series. In 1999, the Philadelphia Mint struck 270,158 of these dollars, uncirculated and proof together, by the Mint's figures. The obverse shows Old Faithful erupting and the reverse a bison under a rising sun. Established in 1872 as the world's first national park, Yellowstone is home to the largest concentration of geysers on Earth. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 26.73 grams, 38.1 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Designed by Edgar Z. Steever/William C. Cousins.
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Strike Types & Varieties(2)
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