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 — 16th of 42 years in the series. In 1999, coins were struck at the Philadelphia Mint with a combined mintage of 211,209. This ranks 41st of 86 years by total mintage, below 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. The reverse depicts Old Faithful geyser mid-eruption with an American bison standing in the foreground. Established in 1872 as the world's first national park, Yellowstone is home to the largest concentration of geysers on Earth. 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 $787 in PR70 grade at eBay. Designed by Edgar Z. Steever/William C. Cousins.
