2006 Benjamin Franklin Tercentenary - Scientist Commemorative Dollar
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About This Coin
The 2006 Benjamin Franklin Tercentenary - Scientist Commemorative Dollar is a United States dollar from the Modern Commemorative Dollars (1982-Date) series. In 2006, the Philadelphia Mint struck 249,764 of these dollars, uncirculated and proof together, by the Mint's figures. The obverse shows Franklin's kite experiment and the reverse his "Join, or Die" cartoon of 1754. A modern issue from an era of rotating coin designs, collector-focused programs, and renewed interest in numismatic artistry. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 26.73 grams, 38.1 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Designed by Norman E. Nemeth/Charles L. Vickers.
Specifications
Strike Types & Varieties(2)
2006 (P) Franklin-Scientist Dollar
2006 (P) Proof Franklin-Scientist Dollar
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