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1 Dollar Thomas Alva Edison
2004 year| Silver (.900) | 26.73 g | 38.1 mm |
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2004 |
| Value | 1 Dollar (1 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 26.73 g |
| Diameter | 38.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#19862 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 37% |
Reverse
Edison's first light bulb from 1879, surrounded by stylized rays of light radiating from the bulb.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
125th ANNIVERSARY OF THE LIGHT BULB
1879 2004
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
ONE DOLLAR
E PLURIBUS UNUM
JM
Engraver: John M. Mercanti
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The 2004 Thomas Alva Edison Silver Dollar was issued to mark the 125th anniversary of the famous inventor’s successful demonstration of the electric light bulb, which had occurred on October 21, 1879. Although Edison is credited with hundreds of inventions, the commemorative coin program took focus on this important accomplishment.The Thomas Edison Silver Dollar was produced in proof and uncirculated version at the Philadelphia Mint with a maximum authorized mintage of 500,000 coins. The coins were initially offered at pre-issue discount prices, with regular pricing later going into effect. A Collectors Set limited to 25,000 units was also issued, priced at $49.95. This set included the uncirculated version of the coin along with an informative presentation case that illuminates when opened.
2004-P Uncirculated Thomas Edison Silver Dollar
Pre-Issue Price: $31.00
Regular Price: $33.00
Final Mintage: 92,510
2004-P Proof Thomas Edison Silver Dollar
Pre-Issue Price:$33.00
Regular Price: $37.00
Final Mintage: 211,055
Interesting fact
The Thomas Alva Edison silver dollar coin was minted in 2004 as part of the United States Mint's "Great Americans" series, which honors notable Americans who have made significant contributions to the country's history and culture. The coin features a portrait of Thomas Edison on the obverse (front) side, and a depiction of Edison's famous light bulb on the reverse (back) side. The coin was made of .900 fine silver and weighs 26.73 grams. It was a non-circulating coin, meaning it was not intended for general circulation and was instead sold by the Mint as a collectible item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 P | 211055 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Dollar (Thomas Alva Edison) 2004 coin.
