230th Anniversary Flowing Hair Silver Medal
- Year of Issue: 2024
Background
The U.S. Mint is marking the 230th anniversary of the 1794 Flowing Hair dollar with a silver medal and gold coin. The Flowing Hair dollar was the first dollar coin issued by the United States. The 230th Anniversary Flowing Hair Silver Medal is a replica of the original dollar, re-sculpted by Mint medallic artists.
Characteristics
The obverse (heads) is a faithful rendition of the first dollar struck by the United States Federal Government. The obverse presents the original 1794 dollar with an updated “2024” date. The portrait of Liberty faces right and is surrounded by 15 stars, representing the fifteen states that had ratified the Constitution by 1794.
The reverse (tails) depicts a laurel wreath surrounding an eagle with spread wings in the center, an early predecessor of the American heraldic eagle.
Obverse Inscriptions
- LIBERTY
- 2024
- Privy Mark: 230*
* Select Products
Reverse Inscriptions
- UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Mint and Mint Mark
Specifications
- Finish: Uncirculated
- Composition: 99.9% silver
- Weight: 1.000 troy oz.
- Diameter: 1.598 inches (40.60 mm)
Artist Information
Obverse- Sculptor: John P. McGraw, Medallic Artist
- Designer: Robert Scot, Chief Engraver (1745-1823)
- Sculptor: Eric David Custer, Medallic Artist
- Designer: Robert Scot, Chief Engraver (1745-1823)