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Legislation. The Bicentennial of the Constitution Coins and Medals Act ( Pub. L. 99–582) authorized the production of two coins, a silver dollar and a gold half eagle, to commemorate the bicentennial of the signing of the US Constitution. The act allowed the coins to be struck in both proof and uncirculated finishes.
Face value Coin Obverse design Reverse design Composition Mintage Available Obverse Reverse $1: Louisiana Purchase Jefferson dollar: Thomas Jefferson
The United States Mint has minted numerous commemorative coins to commemorate persons, places, events, and institutions since 1848. Many of these coins are not intended for general circulation, but are still legal tender. [1] The mint also produces commemorative medals, which are similar to coins but do not have a face value, and therefore are ...
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Dec 7, 2016 · Detailed information about the coin 1 Dollar (Constitution), United States, with pictures and collection and swap management: mintage, descriptions, metal, weight, size, value and other numismatic data
- United States
- Non-circulating coin
- Federal republic (1776-date)
- 1987
Jan 3, 2024 · In 1909, President Abraham Lincoln replaced the figure of Liberty on the penny in honor of his 100th birthday. The rest of the circulating denominations changed throughout the 20th century to show other presidents, and the goddess Liberty disappeared from circulating coinage.
Detailed information about the coin 1 Dollar (Bicentennial of the Congress), United States, with pictures and collection and swap management: mintage, descriptions, metal, weight, size, value and other numismatic data
Dec 12, 2016 · Released in 1987, this coin was authorized to commemorate the Bicentennial of the Constitution of the United States.
