2007-P $1 Little Rock, Deseg Silver Commem - BU

Issued to mark the 50th anniversary of the 1957 desegregation of Little Rock Central High School, this 2007-P Brilliant Uncirculated silver dollar honors a defining moment in the American civil rights movement. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint, the BU version features clean, matte-style surfaces and bold design elements that reflect the courage and determination of the "Little Rock Nine."

Historical Insight:

In 1957, nine African American students enrolled in the previously all-white Little Rock Central High School, facing intense opposition from local authorities and mobs. Their attendance led President Dwight D. Eisenhower to deploy federal troops to enforce desegregation; an unprecedented move that underscored the federal government's role in upholding civil rights. This commemorative honors their courage and the turning point they created in American education and equality.

Collector Note:

With its poignant imagery and lower mintage, the 2007-P BU Little Rock Desegregation Silver Dollar holds strong emotional and historical value. It is especially sought after by collectors of civil rights memorabilia, modern commemoratives, and American social history. The coin stands as a tribute to courage, justice, and the continued fight for equality in education.

Highlights:

• Denomination: $1 USD (Legal Tender)
• Year: 2007
• Mint: Philadelphia ("P" mintmark)
• Condition: Brilliant Uncirculated (BU)
• Obverse: Depicts the legs and feet of nine African American students walking toward school, symbolizing the bravery of the Little Rock Nine. Inscriptions include "DESEGREGATION IN EDUCATION," "LIBERTY," "2007," and "IN GOD WE TRUST."
• Reverse: Features the façade of Little Rock Central High School, representing the historic site where desegregation was carried out under federal protection. Inscriptions read "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "E PLURIBUS UNUM," and "ONE DOLLAR."