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1900 Lafayette Silver Dollar $1 PCGS AU 58
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1900 Lafayette Silver Dollar $1 PCGS AU 58
The 1900 Lafayette Silver Dollar $1 PCGS AU 58 is a historic and highly collectible coin that commemorates the contributions of General Marquis de Lafayette, a key figure in both the American Revolution and French history. Issued to fund the creation of a statue of Lafayette in Paris, this was the first U.S. coin to feature an American president and a foreign figure together. Struck from .900 silver, this coin remains a treasured piece for collectors of American numismatics. Graded AU 58 by PCGS, this coin retains much of its original luster.
The 1900 Lafayette Silver Dollar holds a special place in American numismatic history as it was the first commemorative silver dollar issued by the U.S. Mint. It was struck to honor the centennial of Lafayette's pivotal role in the American Revolution and to raise funds for a statue of the Marquis de Lafayette in Paris, a gift from the United States to France. The coin was initially minted for the Paris Exposition of 1900, symbolizing the deep friendship between the two nations that had developed during the American Revolution.
Coin Specifications:
- Graded by PCGS as AU 58
- Contains 0.7734 troy oz of .900 fine silver
- Struck by the United States Mint
- Face value of 1 dollar, backed by the United States government
- Individual coins arrive in an official PCGS holder
- Obverse: Features the busts of General Lafayette and George Washington along with the denomination
- Reverse: Depicts the Lafayette equestrian statue in Paris
The 1900 Lafayette Silver Dollar is a unique piece of American and French history, offering collectors a rare opportunity to own a coin that symbolizes the enduring bond between two nations. Secure this graded coin today from Bullion Exchanges, and if you have any questions, our dedicated customer service team is here to assist you.
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