2006-S $1 Old San Francisco Mint Silver Commem - BU

Issued to honor the centennial of the 1906 San Francisco earthquake and the survival of the Old Mint, the 2006-S Old San Francisco Mint Silver Dollar commemorates one of the most resilient landmarks in U.S. numismatic history. Known as "The Granite Lady," the Old Mint safeguarded the nation's gold reserves during one of the worst natural disasters in American history. Struck at the San Francisco Mint, the Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) version features a frosted, matte-like finish with sharp detail.

Historical Insight:

Constructed in 1874, the Old San Francisco Mint became one of the only buildings in the downtown area to survive the devastating 1906 earthquake and fire. It protected $300 million in gold bullion, nearly one-third of the nation's reserves at the time—and resumed operations shortly thereafter. The 2006 commemorative honors the Mint's crucial role in stabilizing the economy and its lasting significance in U.S. monetary history.

Collector Note:

With a mintage of just over 100,000, the BU version is scarcer than the Proof and especially desirable for collectors of U.S. Mint history, California heritage, and architectural coinage. Its homage to both the Mint and classic coin designs makes it a standout in mid-2000s commemorative issues.

Highlights:

• Denomination: $1 USD (Legal Tender)
• Year: 2006
• Mint: San Francisco ("S" mintmark)
• Condition: Brilliant Uncirculated (BU)
• Obverse: Features a detailed front view of the Old San Francisco Mint with neoclassical architecture and granite columns. Inscriptions include "LIBERTY," "IN GOD WE TRUST," and "2006."
• Reverse: Displays a rendition of the 1904 Liberty Head Eagle reverse, an homage to the coinage historically struck at the Old Mint. It includes a heraldic eagle with shield, arrows, and olive branch. Inscriptions read "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "E PLURIBUS UNUM," and "ONE DOLLAR."