2024 (D) American Innovation Dollar - Maine, Position A

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Part of the American Innovation Dollars 2018 to Date series, the 2024 (D) American Innovation Dollar - Maine, Position A is a dollar from the Denver Mint. The U.S. Mint produced 421,000 examples, making this the lowest mintage among 16 mint variants, representing only 5% of total production. The obverse features the Statue of Liberty with a geared background representing innovation and the reverse displays rotating designs honoring innovations and innovators from each state and territory. This coin honors Dr. Bernard Lown, a Lewiston-based cardiologist who developed the direct current defibrillator in 1962 to correct fatal heart rhythms and chose not to patent it so millions worldwide could benefit. Maine (personal computer accessibility), Louisiana (jazz music), Alabama (the Saturn V rocket — powering the Apollo moon missions), and Alaska (the Trans-Alaska Pipeline System). The Denver Mint, which grew from an 1860s gold rush assay office, has served as a major production facility since 1906. Estimated market value ranges from $1 to $6 depending on grade and condition. Struck in 88.5% copper, 6% zinc, 3.5% manganese and 2% nickel, weighing 8.1 grams, 26.49 mm in diameter, with a lettered edge. Cataloged as PCGS #948550.