Buy the 2007 Little Rock Dollar Brilliant Uncirculated Online
A tangible tribute to one of the most pivotal moments in American civil rights history, the 2007-P Desegregation Commemorative Silver Dollar honors the courage of African American students who integrated Little Rock Central High School in 1957. This coin encapsulates their bravery, the federal intervention to uphold justice, and the enduring struggle for equality in education.
Details of This Unique Coin
Historical Significance:
The coin's obverse depicts students walking toward their school with an armed U.S. soldier escorting them—an enduring image of resilience in the face of hostility. The reverse showcases Little Rock Central High School as it appeared in 1957, the site where history was made.
Authenticity:
Minted in Philadelphia, this commemorative silver dollar features designs by renowned artists Richard Masters, Charles Vickers, and Don Everhart. Crafted from 90% silver and 10% copper, this coin is both historically meaningful and an exceptional collector's item.
Design & Specifications:
- Obverse Design: Students escorted by a soldier, symbolizing federal enforcement of desegregation. Inscriptions: "Liberty," "Desegregation in Education 2007," and "In God We Trust."
- Reverse Design: Little Rock Central High School, surrounded by the inscriptions "United States of America," "One Dollar," "E Pluribus Unum," and "Little Rock Central High School."
- Key Specifications:
- Diameter: 38.10 mm
- Weight: 26.73 grams
- Edge: Reeded
- Mintage: 66,093
Coin Highlights:
- Symbol of Resilience: Commemorates the desegregation of Little Rock Central High School and the fight for equal education.
- Iconic Designs: Captures the powerful imagery of students walking to school under federal protection and the historic high school itself.
- Exceptional Craftsmanship: Brilliant uncirculated condition, struck in 90% silver for an enduring shine.
