2018-P $1 Breast Cancer Awareness Silver Commem - Proof

Issued by the U.S. Mint as part of a broader program to raise awareness and support for breast cancer research, the 2018-P Proof Silver Dollar honors the resilience, bravery, and community of those affected by this disease. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint, this coin features an elegant and emotionally powerful design, with frosted elements over brilliant mirrored fields. Net surcharges from the program were authorized to benefit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

Historical Insight:

Breast cancer affects 1 in 8 women in the United States over their lifetime. The Breast Cancer Awareness Commemorative Coin Program, authorized by Congress in 2016, marked the first U.S. coin program dedicated to this cause. In addition to this silver dollar, the series included a pink gold $5 coin and a clad half dollar. Proceeds from coin sales supported the Breast Cancer Research Foundation, providing critical funding for prevention, treatment, and awareness.

Collector Note:

The 2018-P Breast Cancer Awareness Proof Silver Dollar stands out not only for its compassionate and symbolic design, but also for its purpose. With relatively low mintage and charitable impact, this coin appeals to modern commemorative collectors, cause-driven buyers, and those wishing to honor a loved one affected by breast cancer. A meaningful and beautifully executed addition to any collection.

Highlights:

• Denomination: $1 USD (Legal Tender)
• Year: 2018
• Mint: Philadelphia ("P" mintmark)
• Condition: Proof
• Obverse: Features two women, one younger and one older, symbolizing both those newly diagnosed and long-term survivors. The older woman wears a headscarf and raises her fist in triumph, representing strength and hope. Inscriptions include "LIBERTY," "IN GOD WE TRUST," and "2018."
• Reverse: Depicts a butterfly poised above a ribbon, the universal symbol of breast cancer awareness. The butterfly signifies renewal, transformation, and life after diagnosis. Inscriptions read "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "E PLURIBUS UNUM," "BREAST CANCER AWARENESS," and "ONE DOLLAR."