Small U.S. Mint Medals
Rush to the Rockies / Air Force Academy
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Coin Details
| Origin/Country: |
United States |
| Item Description: |
Silver SC$1 1959 CO HK-542 RUSH TO THE ROCKIES OFFICIAL MEDAL |
| Full Grade: |
NGC MS 67 |
| Owner: |
Some_of_it |
Owner Comments:
This Colorado themed National Commemorative Medal was struck by the Philadelphia Mint rather than the Denver Mint. It celebrates the 100th anniversary of the discovery of gold in Colorado and subsequent “Rush to the Rockies.” The reverse design commemorates the establishment of the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs. 10,000 struck in .900 fine silver only.