1992 D Columbus Commem Dollar PCGS MS69

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1992 D Columbus Commem Dollar PCGS MS69

The 1992-D Columbus Commemorative Silver Dollar stands as a significant piece of numismatic history, celebrating Christopher Columbus's pivotal voyage to the New World. Minted to honor the 500th anniversary of this event, the coin embodies historical importance and artistic craftsmanship.

Columbus Commemorative Dollar

Minted to celebrate the Quincentenary of Columbus's 1492 expedition to the Americas, the 1992 D Columbus Commemorative Dollar marks the dawn of European exploration and colonization in the New World. Struck in 90% silver/10% copper, this commemorative dollar from Denver is certified by PCGS in a MS69 condition.

REVERSE: Designed by Thomas D. Rogers, the reverse embodies the spirit of exploration as it displays the Santa Maria and the U.S. Space Shuttle Discovery. The Earth and a star are featured in the upper right of the shuttle. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, ONE DOLLAR, E PLURIBUS UNUM, and 1492-1992 are inscribed.

OBVERSE: Crafted by John Mercanti, the obverse showcases Christopher Columbus holding a banner in his right hand and a scroll in his left. He is standing next to a globe sitting atop a pedestal on his left. In the background there are three sailing ships. COLUMBUS QUINCENTENARY, LIBERTY, IN GOD WE TRUST, 1992, and D are inscribed throughout the design.