2019 Reverse Proof Pennsylvania American Innovation Dollar RP70
- 2019 Reverse Proof Pennsylvania coin from the American Innovation series
- Commemorating Dr. Jonas Salk and his team at the University of Pittsburgh in the discovery of the polio vaccine
- Certified PERFECT RP70 1st Strike by ANACS
- Includes the unique 2019 Innovation Dollar Series Privy Mark on the obverse
The 2019 Reverse Proof Pennsylvania American Innovation Dollar RP70 honors one of medicine's most significant breakthroughs - Dr. Jonas Salk and his University of Pittsburgh team's development of the first effective polio vaccine. This reverse proof coin, certified in perfect RP70 First Strike condition by ANACS, commemorates the 1955 discovery that ultimately eradicated polio from most of the world. The coin features the distinctive 2019 Innovation Dollar Series privy mark on its obverse, identifying it as part of this special commemorative series.
The reverse proof finish gives this coin its characteristic appearance with frosted fields and mirror-like devices, creating an inverted effect from traditional proof coins. The design symbolism relates to Salk's revolutionary work, representing the scientific achievement that protected millions of children from the devastating disease. The First Strike designation indicates this specimen was among the initial coins struck when the series launched, while the RP70 grade confirms its flawless surfaces and sharp detail. As part of the American Innovation dollar series, this coin celebrates Pennsylvania's contribution to global health through Salk's pioneering research, serving as both a work of numismatic art and a tribute to one of the 20th century's most important medical advancements. The inclusion of the special privy mark adds collectibility to this already historically significant issue.
| Grade | RP70 |
|---|---|
| Year | 2019 |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Description | The 2019 Reverse Proof Pennsylvania American Innovation Dollar RP70 honors one of medicine's most significant breakthroughs - Dr. Jonas Salk and his University of Pittsburgh team's development of the first effective polio vaccine. This reverse proof coin, certified in perfect RP70 First Strike condition by ANACS, commemorates the 1955 discovery that ultimately eradicated polio from most of the world. The coin features the distinctive 2019 Innovation Dollar Series privy mark on its obverse, identifying it as part of this special commemorative series. The reverse proof finish gives this coin its characteristic appearance with frosted fields and mirror-like devices, creating an inverted effect from traditional proof coins. The design symbolism relates to Salk's revolutionary work, representing the scientific achievement that protected millions of children from the devastating disease. The First Strike designation indicates this specimen was among the initial coins struck when the series launched, while the RP70 grade confirms its flawless surfaces and sharp detail. As part of the American Innovation dollar series, this coin celebrates Pennsylvania's contribution to global health through Salk's pioneering research, serving as both a work of numismatic art and a tribute to one of the 20th century's most important medical advancements. The inclusion of the special privy mark adds collectibility to this already historically significant issue. |
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