Centennial Olympics (Cycling) Silver Dollar

Commemorative Coins

Background

The U.S. Olympic Cycling Silver Dollar was released in 1995 to support the 1996 Atlanta Centennial Olympic Games and the programs of the United States Olympic Committee.

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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 three men competing in a cycling race.

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

  • USA
  • XXVI OLYMPIAD
  • LIBERTY
  • IN GOD WE TRUST
  • 1995

Reverse Inscriptions

  • UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
  • E PLURIBUS UNUM
  • ATLANTA
  • 100
  • ONE DOLLAR

Mint and Mint Mark

Artist Information

Obverse
  • Designer: John Mercanti
Reverse
  • Designer: William Krawczewicz

Related Information

Content last reviewed December 12, 2016

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