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1992 XXV Olympiad 2 Coin Commemorative Proof Set

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We are pleased to offer for sale this 1992 XXV Olympiad 2Coin Commemorative Proof Set. The U.S. Mint specially designed this 1992 25th Olympiad Coin Set to commemorate the games if the 25th Olympiad. There is a 1992-S XXV Olympiad Commemorative Proof  Silver Dollar as well as a 1992-S XXV Olympiad Commemorative Proof Clad Half Dollar in this 1992 XXV Olympiad Set. 

There were 504,505 of the XXV Olympiad Silver Proof Commemorative Dollars minted in 1992 at the San Francisco (S) Mint. John R. Deecken designed the obverse of this Commemorative Dollar which features an image of a baseball pitcher in motion. The reverse of this XXV Olympiad Commemorative Dollar was designed by Marcel Jovine and features the American Flag "Coat of Arms". This 1992-D XXV Olympiad Proof Silver Commemorative Dollar is comprised of 90% silver (0.76 troy ounce) and 10% copper with a diameter of 38.10mm and a weight of 26.73 grams. 

The 1992-S XXV Olympiad Commemorative Proof Clad Half Dollar is one of 519,645 minted at the San Francisco (S) Mint. William C. Cousins designed the obverse of the Commemorative Half Dollar which features an image of a gymnast performing in front of an American Flag. The reverse of the XXV Olympiad Commemorative Half Dollar was designed by Steven M Bieda and features an image of an olive branch crossing the Olympic Torch. This 1992-S XXV Olympiad Commemorative Proof Half Dollar is comprised of 92% copper and 8% nickel with a diameter of 30.61mm and a weight of 11.34 grams.

These coins are a great value for the price! Don't miss out on this 1992 XXV Olympiad 2 Coin Commemorative Proof Set!


At a glance
Year: 
1992
Mint: 
San Francisco (S)
Coin Type: 
Modern Commemorative Set
Denominations: 
Large Dollar ($1), Half Dollar (50C)
Grade: 
Proof (PR)
Edge Type: 
Reeded
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Modern Commemorative Coins

The U.S. Mint did not make commemorative coins from 1955-1981, despite repeated calls from the public to do so. In 1982 the Treasury department finally issued it's first commemorative coin since 1954, a silver half dollar honoring the 250th anniversary of George Washington's birth. In the past, the responsiblity for distributing commemorative coins had been placed in the hands of a commission or private individuals. This time, the responsibility fell to the U.S. Mint, and all profits were distributed to the U.S. Government. With the coming of the 1983 and 1984 Los Nageles Omypics, came the opportunity to place a surcharge on each coin, each to the benefit of an organization that was determined by Congress (in this case, the Los Angeles Olympic Organizing Committee). While this change was widely criticized at the time, it is now the standard and the practice continues with very little controversy.

While modern commemorative coins have not seen much appreciation from the public in general, these coins continue be be incredibly significant in their historical, cultural and sentimental value.

Be sure to look at all of our Modern Commemorative Coins and Coin Sets. Chances are you will find one honoring a subject you have a deep affection towards!




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