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2005 (P) Proof Marine Corps Dollar

Strike Type
2005 (P) Modern Commemoratives coin

Coin Details

Year
2005
Denomination
Modern Commemoratives
Mint Mark
P
Strike Type
Proof
Series
Modern Commemorative Dollars (1982-Date)
Designer
Norman E. Nemeth/Charles L. Vickers
Mintage
414,250
Composition
90% Silver, 10% Copper
Weight
26.73g
Diameter
38.1mm
Edge
Reeded

Auction Record

Price realized
$426
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Grade
PR70
Auction house
David Lawrence RC

Description

The 2005 (P) Proof Marine Corps Dollar is a proof dollar struck at the Philadelphia Mint, part of the Modern Commemorative Dollars (1982-Date) series. The Philadelphia Mint struck 414,250 proof Marine Corps 230th Anniversary dollars dated 2005. The obverse shows the flag raising on Iwo Jima and the reverse the Marine Corps emblem, the Eagle, Globe, and Anchor. 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 #921007.

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