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2006 (P) Franklin-Scientist Dollar

Strike Type
2006 (P) Modern Commemoratives coin

Coin Details

Year
2006
Denomination
Modern Commemoratives
Mint Mark
P
Strike Type
Regular Strike
Series
Modern Commemorative Dollars (1982-Date)
Designer
Norman E. Nemeth/Charles L. Vickers
Mintage
111,956
Composition
90% Silver, 10% Copper
Weight
26.73g
Diameter
38.1mm
Edge
Reeded

Auction Record

Price realized
$460
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Grade
MS70
Auction house
Heritage Auctions

Description

The 2006 (P) Franklin-Scientist Dollar, struck at the Philadelphia Mint, is part of the Modern Commemorative Dollars (1982-Date) collection. The Philadelphia Mint struck 111,956 uncirculated Benjamin Franklin Scientist dollars dated 2006. 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. Cataloged as PCGS #21008.

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