2003-P $1 First Flight Silver Commem - Proof

Issued to commemorate the 100th anniversary of powered flight, the 2003-P First Flight Silver Dollar celebrates the Wright brothers' historic achievement at Kitty Hawk, North Carolina in 1903. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint, the Proof version features mirrorlike fields and frosted design elements that bring this defining moment in aviation history to life.

Historical Insight:

On December 17, 1903, the Wright brothers achieved the first controlled, sustained flight of a powered, heavier-than-air aircraft. This coin was issued to mark the centennial of that achievement, an event that fundamentally changed the world by making air travel possible. The U.S. Mint's First Flight Commemorative Silver Dollar pays tribute to both the pioneers of aviation and the spirit of innovation.

Collector Note:

The 2003-P Proof version is highly collectible for its subject matter, elegant finish, and wide appeal to aviation enthusiasts and modern commemorative collectors alike. With strong secondary market interest and a meaningful design, it serves as both a tribute to American ingenuity and a beautiful standalone piece.

Highlights:

• Denomination: $1 USD (Legal Tender)
• Year: 2003
• Mint: Philadelphia ("P" mintmark)
• Condition: Proof
• Obverse: Depicts Orville and Wilbur Wright with their Wright Flyer airplane in the background. The inscriptions include "LIBERTY," "IN GOD WE TRUST," "1903," "2003," and "WRIGHT BROTHERS."
• Reverse: Features the Wright Flyer in flight over the dunes of Kill Devil Hills with the inscriptions "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "E PLURIBUS UNUM," and "ONE DOLLAR."