The Birth of a Sovereign Currency
In 1792, President George Washington and Secretary Alexander Hamilton authorized the creation of the U.S. Mint. Two years later, the very first silver dollars were hand-struck in Philadelphia under the supervision of Chief Engraver Robert Scot.
With only 1,758 original coins ever minted, surviving pieces are exceedingly rare and valued at millions of dollars. This high-quality collector's tribute enables you to appreciate the heft and classical craftsmanship of America's oldest coinage heritage in your hands.
