Uploaded June 2019 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Modern Commemorative dollars were first minted in 1983. The US Mint sold these coins at a premium to raise money for worthy causes. However, many commemorative dollars can be bought for close to their bullion value in the secondary market. Even slabbed examples can be had for low premiums. Usually the BU coins have higher numismatic value than proof coins. That’s because the BU coins have lower mintages than proofs.
Modern Commemorative dollars were first minted in 1983. The US Mint sold these coins at a premium to raise money for worthy causes. However, many commemorative dollars can be bought for close to their bullion value in the secondary market. Even slabbed examples can be had for low premiums. Usually the BU coins have higher numismatic value than proof coins. That’s because the BU coins have lower mintages than proofs.
