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1994-S World Cup USA Commemorative Proof Silver Dollar

Item # IT045891
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We are pleased to offer for sale this 1994-S World Cup USA Commemorative Proof Silver Dollar.  The World Cup Proof Silver Dollar was minted in 1994 and is in Gem Proof condition.  The World Cup Proof Silver Dollar was created to commemorate the 1994 FIFA World Cup Playoff.  There were 577,090 of the World Cup Proof Silver Dollars minted at the San Francisco (S) Mint.

The World Cup Proof Silver Dollar is comprised of .900 (90%) silver and .100 (10%) copper with a diameter of 38.1mm and a weight of 26.73 grams.  The World Cup Proof Silver Dollar was designed by Dean McMullen.  The obverse of the coin features two competing players converging on a soccer ball.  The reverse of the World Cup Proof Silver Dollar shows the official World Cup USA 1994 logo flanked by laurel branches.  The 1994 World Cup Tournament was the XV FIFA World Cup, and it was the very first time that the tournament was held in the United States of America, making this coin a must have for any collector or soccer fan!

The 1994-S World Cup USA Commemorative Proof Silver Dollar comes in the original U.S. Mint packaging, with the coin encapsulated by the Mint and resting in a velvet case.  Also included are the mint box and Certificate of Authenticity.  


At a glance
Year: 
1994
Mint: 
San Francisco (S)
Coin Type: 
Modern Commemorative Silver Dollar
Denomination: 
Large Dollar ($1)
Grade: 
Proof (PR)
Composition: 
.9 (90%) Silver and 0.1 (10%) Copper. Over all composition is 90% Silver
Edge Type: 
Reeded
Diameter: 
38.10 mm
Mass: 
26.73 grams (each)
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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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