Numismatic
2004-P Thomas Edison $1 Silver Commem MS-69 PCGS
This Silver coin commemorates the 125th anniversary of Thomas Edison’s demonstration of his first successful electric light bulb. This coin is graded MS-69 by PCGS.
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$75.04
Coin highlights
- Each coin contains .7734 oz of Silver.
- PCGS encapsulation guarantees the MS-69 condition.
- Mintage of 92,510 coins.
- Obverse: Designed by Donna Weaver and includes a depiction of Thomas Edison from the waist up holding an early experimental light bulb.
- Reverse: Features an image of Edison’s first light bulb, designed by John Mercanti. Protect and display your $1 Commemorative Thomas Edison coin in style by adding an attractive display or gift box to your order. Add this 2004 Thomas Edison near perfectly graded coin to your cart today!On October 21, 1879, Thomas Alva Edison successfully tested an electric light bulb. Using a carbon filament within a glass housing, the bulb remained illuminated for a satisfactory amount of time. This achievement culminated a period in which Edison had tested several hundred different materials and arrangements, without success.
Specifications
| Year | 2004 |
|---|---|
| Mint mark | P - Philadelphia |
| Grade | MS-69 (PCGS) |
| Legal-tender face value | 1 Dollar |
| Metal | Silver |
| Weight | 0.7734 troy oz |
| Purity | .900 |
| Diameter | 38.1 mm |
| Thickness | 3.1 mm |
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