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2000 (P) Proof Library of Congress Bicentennial Commemorative Dollar

Strike Type
2000 (P) Modern Commemoratives coin

Coin Details

Year
2000
Denomination
Modern Commemoratives
Mint Mark
P
Strike Type
Proof
Series
Modern Commemorative Dollars (1982-Date)
Designer
John M. Mercanti/Thomas D. Rogers
Mintage
198,503
Composition
90% Silver, 10% Copper
Weight
26.73g
Diameter
38.1mm
Edge
Reeded

Auction Record

Price realized
$1,350
Sold
Grade
PR70
Auction house
Heritage Auctions

Description

The 2000 (P) Proof Library of Congress Bicentennial Commemorative Dollar is a proof cent struck at the Philadelphia Mint, part of the Modern Commemorative Dollars (1982-Date) series. The Philadelphia Mint struck 198,503 proof Library of Congress Bicentennial dollars dated 2000. The obverse shows an open book over the torch of learning and the reverse the dome of the Library's Jefferson Building. A modern issue from an era of rotating coin designs, collector-focused programs, and renewed interest in numismatic artistry. As a proof issue, this coin was struck multiple times on specially prepared polished planchets using polished dies, producing mirror-like fields and frosted design elements. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 26.73 grams, 38.1 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #99783.

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