1983-S $1LA Olympic Silver Commemorative- BU

The 1983-S $1 Olympic Silver Commemorative celebrates the return of the Summer Olympic Games to Los Angeles in 1984. Minted at the San Francisco Mint, this coin was part of the first U.S. silver commemorative dollar program in over 30 years. Struck in Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) condition and composed of 90% silver, this issue honors both ancient athletic traditions and modern American coinage revival.

Collector Insight:

The 1983-S BU Olympic Silver Dollar is a key coin in the modern commemorative series and a milestone in U.S. Mint history. With limited mintage and San Francisco origin, it appeals to collectors seeking premium silver content, classic design, and Olympic legacy in a single, standout issue.

Highlights:

• Denomination: $1 (U.S. legal tender)
• Year: 1983
• Mintmark: S (San Francisco Mint)
• Condition: Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) - uncirculated with original mint luster
• Obverse: Depicts a classical Greek discus thrower in action, surrounded by the inscriptions "Los Angeles," "Olympiad XXIII," and the Olympic rings. Designed by Elizabeth Jones, Chief Engraver of the U.S. Mint.
• Reverse: Features a bald eagle perched on the Olympic insignia, symbolizing American pride and global unity.