1 Dollar - Smithsonian 150th Anniversary (1996)
Features
| Denomination | 1 Dollar |
| Catalog Number | KM# 276 |
| Weight (g) | 26.75 |
| Diameter (mm) | 38.1 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Silver (.900) |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Metal Value (USD) | 64.1 |
| Currency Value (USD) | 1 |
| Commemorative | |
| Non Circulating | |
| Calendar | Gregorian |
Obverse
Engraved by Thomas D. Rodgers
Lettering:
LIBERTY
IN GOD WE TRUST
Smithsonian
1846 -1996
Description:
The obverse design on the coin features an image of the first Smithsonian Institution building, known as the "Castle"; laurel leaves, and a dual date.
LIBERTY
IN GOD WE TRUST
Smithsonian
1846 -1996
Description:
The obverse design on the coin features an image of the first Smithsonian Institution building, known as the "Castle"; laurel leaves, and a dual date.
Reverse
Engraved by John M. Mercanti
Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
FOR THE
INCREASE
AND
DIFFUSION
OF
KNOWLEDGE
E PLURIBUS UNUM
ONE DOLLAR
JM
Description:
The reverse of the coin features a design of an allegorical figure carrying the torch of knowledge and sitting atop the world. This figure holds a scroll inscribed with the words, "art, history and science," and "For the increase and diffusion of knowledge."
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
FOR THE
INCREASE
AND
DIFFUSION
OF
KNOWLEDGE
E PLURIBUS UNUM
ONE DOLLAR
JM
Description:
The reverse of the coin features a design of an allegorical figure carrying the torch of knowledge and sitting atop the world. This figure holds a scroll inscribed with the words, "art, history and science," and "For the increase and diffusion of knowledge."
Edge
Description:
Reeded
Reeded
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 D | 31,230 | Proof | Not Common |
| 1996 P | 129,152 | Proof | Not Common |