1995-D $1 Blind Runner Silver Commem - BU

Struck to celebrate the 1996 Centennial Olympic Games in Atlanta and to honor athletes with disabilities, the 1995-D $1 Blind Runner Silver Commemorative is a powerful tribute to courage, determination, and inclusivity in sports. Minted at the Denver Mint in Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) condition, this 90% silver coin features a striking and emotional design—making it one of the most meaningful issues in the modern Olympic commemorative series.

Collector Insight:

The 1995-D Blind Runner BU Silver Dollar stands out as one of the most emotionally resonant and socially significant coins in the Olympic commemorative program. With a low mintage and powerful design, it's an essential addition for collectors of Paralympic memorabilia, inspirational coinage, and modern U.S. Mint issues with a message of inclusion and triumph over adversity.

Highlights:

• Denomination: $1 (U.S. legal tender)
• Year: 1995
• Mintmark: D (Denver Mint)
• Condition: Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) - full mint luster with no signs of circulation
• Obverse: Depicts a visually impaired runner being guided by a coach, tethered together by a strap—symbolizing teamwork, perseverance, and the spirit of the Paralympics. Designed by James Ferrell.
• Reverse: Features the Atlanta 1996 Olympic logo and the Olympic rings, encircled by a laurel wreath, representing unity and achievement. Designed by Thomas D. Rogers Sr.