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1 Dollar Atlanta Olympics - Paralympics
1996 year| Silver (.900) | 26.73 g | 38.10 mm |
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1996 |
| Value | 1 Dollar (1 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 26.73 g |
| Diameter | 38.10 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#43452 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 48% |
Reverse
The Atlanta Committee for the Olympic Games logo.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
ONE DOLLAR
E
PLURIBUS
UNUM
Atlanta 1996
CENTENNIAL
OLYMPIC
GAMES
ONE DOLLAR
Engraver: Thomas D. Rogers
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The 1996 Paralympics Silver Dollar was issued was part of an extensive program of commemorative coins for the XXVI Olympiad held in Atlanta, Georgia. There were a total of sixteen different coins issued for the program over the course of two years.The 1995 Paralympics Silver Dollar had an authorized mintage of 1,000,000 to cover the uncirculated coins produced at the Denver Mint and proof coins produced at the Philadelphia Mint. Despite the high expectations, less than 100,000 coins were sold in total. This eventually worked in the favor of collectors who purchased the coins since the low mintages drove high premiums on the secondary market, particularly for the uncirculated version of the coin which had a scant mintage of only 14,497 coins.
1996-D Uncirculated Paralympics Silver Dollar
Pre-Issue Price: $27.95
Regular Price: $31.95
Final Mintage: 14,497
1996-P Proof Paralympics Silver Dollar
Pre-Issue Price: $30.95
Regular Price: $34.95
Final Mintage: 84,280
Interesting fact
The 1996 Atlanta Olympics - Paralympics $1 Non-Circulating coin made of Silver (.900) weighing 26.73g is interesting because it features a unique design that highlights the spirit of the Olympic and Paralympic Games. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of a male and female athlete in motion, symbolizing the unity and diversity of athletes from around the world who come together to compete in the Games. The reverse side features the Olympic rings and the Paralympic logo, surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves, which represents the ancient tradition of awarding laurel wreaths to athletes who excel in their respective sports. This coin serves as a beautiful reminder of the values of unity, diversity, and athletic achievement that are at the heart of the Olympic and Paralympic movements.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 D | 14497 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1996 P | 84280 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Dollar (Atlanta Olympics - Paralympics) 1996 coin.
