Centennial Olympics (Paralympics) 1995 Silver Dollar
- Year of Issue: 1995
- Authorizing Legislation: Public Law 102-390
Background
The U.S. Olympic Paralympic Silver Dollar was released in 1995 to support the 1996 Atlanta Centennial Olympic Games and the programs of the United States Olympic Committee. It honors the athletes competing in the Paralympics.
Recipient Organization: Atlanta Committee for the Olympic Games, Inc. and the United States Olympic Committee
Commemorative Coin Surcharges
Commemorative coin programs are created by acts of Congress to honor a person, place, or event. Surcharges from the sales of these coins help fund a variety of organizations and projects that benefit the public. Commemorative coins are only available from the United States Mint for a limited time, as specified by public law.
Characteristics
The obverse features a design of a Blind tethered runner, the Paralympic mark, and the word "spirit" which appears in Braille.
The reverse features a silhouette outlined design of the Olympic logo and clasped hands, to symbolize the brotherhood and team spirit of the Olympic Games. This coin is frosted with a polished design.
Obverse Inscriptions
- TRIUMPH OF THE HUMAN SPIRIT
- SPIRIT (in Braille)
- PARALYMPICS
- IN GOD WE TRUST
- 1995
- LIBERTY
Reverse Inscriptions
- UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
- E PLURIBUS UNUM
- ATLANTA
- ONE DOLLAR
Mint and Mint Mark
Artist Information
Obverse- Designer: Jim Sharpe
- Designer: William Krawczewicz