The Flowing Hair dollar was the first dollar coin issued by the United States, minted in 1794 and 1795. To celebrate the 230th anniversary of this historic coin, the U.S. Mint has released a special recreation as a silver medal. The obverse and reverse designs have been meticulously recreated by modern medallic artists, replicating the original designs by Robert Scot, the U.S. Mint’s inaugural Chief Engraver.

This 2024 Flowing Hair 230^th Anniversary Silver Medal has been certified and graded by NGC as MS70, ensuring its flawless condition. The coin's value and collectability is further enhanced by its First Day of Issue designation. This medal is not only a celebration of American numismatic history but also a rare collector’s piece linking the rich past of the U.S. Mint to its present.

Key Features:

• Certified MS70 Condition: Graded by NGC, the medal’s MS70 designation signifies a flawless strike, boosting its collector appeal.
• First Day of Issue: This limited-edition medal is further distinguished by its First Day of Issue label.
• 230th Anniversary: Commemorating the 230th anniversary of the original Flowing Hair dollar.

Coin Specifications:

• Obverse: Classic 'Flowing Hair Liberty' design with 'Liberty' above, '2024' below, encircled by 15 stars representing the states that had ratified the Constitution by 1794. Sculpted by John P. McGraw.
• Reverse: Depicts the iconic eagle with wings spread, surrounded by a laurel wreath and the inscription “United States of America,” sculpted by Eric David Custer. This design is the precursor to the American Heraldic Eagle.
• Metal Content: .999 fine silver
• Weight: 1 Troy Ounce
• Mint/Mint Mark: Philadelphia (none)
• Diameter: 1.598 inches (40.60mm)
• Edge: Plain
• Brand: U.S. Mint