Issued to mark the 250th anniversary of the birth of Thomas Jefferson, the 1993-S $1 Jefferson Silver Commemorative Proof honors one of the most influential figures in American history. Struck at the San Francisco Mint in Proof condition, this 90% silver coin features frosted design elements over mirror-like fields—paying tribute to Jefferson's legacy as the principal author of the Declaration of Independence and a visionary leader in democracy, architecture, and education.
Collector Insight:
The 1993-S Proof Jefferson Silver Dollar is a beautifully crafted tribute to a Founding Father whose ideas helped shape the United States. With its elegant proof finish and deep historical significance, it's a standout addition for collectors of presidential memorabilia, American history, or high-grade modern commemoratives.
Highlights:
- Denomination: $1 (U.S. legal tender)
- Year: 1993
- Mintmark: S (San Francisco Mint)
- Condition: Proof - deep cameo contrast with sharp frosted detail and mirror-like fields
- Obverse: Features a left-facing profile of Thomas Jefferson, modeled after the 1789 bust by Jean-Antoine Houdon, with inscriptions "Architect of Democracy" and "1743-1993." Designed by T. James Ferrell.
- Reverse: Showcases Jefferson's neoclassical estate, Monticello, detailed with architectural precision. Designed by Thomas D. Rogers Sr.
Specifications
SKU: |
575 |
Year: |
1993 |
Grade: |
Proof |
Grade Service: |
None |
Denomination: |
1 Dollar |
Mint Mark: |
S- San Francisco |
Metal Content: |
0.7734 Troy Oz |
Purity: |
0.9 |
Thickness: |
3.1 mm |
Diameter: |
38.1 mm |