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Lot 257

1991-1992 US Modern Commemorative Mint Sets

Sold October 23, 2025

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$65
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About this lot

Estimated Value: $80-120

Origin: United States

Denomination:  Half Dollar and One Dollar

Year: 1991-1992

Mint: Philadelphia and San Francisco

Grade: Mint Sets

Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper

Weight (+/- 0.2g): 85.3g

Additional Description: The 1991–1992 U.S. modern commemorative mint sets, including the Mount Rushmore Anniversary and Columbus Quincentenary coin sets, represent a period when the U.S. Mint revitalized its commemorative program with a focus on national milestones and renewed attention to collector-quality strikes. These sets include both proof and uncirculated examples, often in silver, and are housed in presentation cases that reflect the Mint’s shift toward modern packaging and collectible appeal.

The 1991 Mount Rushmore Anniversary coins marked the monument’s 50th anniversary and included a silver dollar and half dollar, with a gold $5 coin also issued separately. These coins celebrated not only the monument itself but also the broader themes of American identity, achievement, and civic pride.

The 1992 Columbus Quincentenary coins commemorated the 500th anniversary of Columbus’s first voyage, featuring a silver dollar and half dollar with maritime and exploration-themed designs. Though the subject has since been viewed through more complex historical lenses, the coins reflect the commemorative priorities of the era and the Mint’s growing emphasis on narrative-driven coinage.

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Lot
257
Closed
October 23, 2025
Sold $65
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