2000-P 1 Dollar Silver Leif Ericson Millennium Commemorative Proof

Leif Ericson Silver Dollar Proof

Struck to mark the millennial (1,000th) anniversary of Leif Ericson arriving in the New World, this 2000 Silver Dollar Proof from the U.S. Mint has become one of the more desired modern commemoratives for its Norse designs and impressive artistry. Minted in 90% silver, this legal-tender dollar features a bust of Ericson on the obverse surrounded by a Norse border, while the reverse features Ericson’s ship.

Led by Leif Ericson, the Vikings explored North America more than 500 years before Christopher Columbus “discovered” it, establishing a small settlement in what is present-day Newfoundland. To pay tribute to the millennial anniversary of Ericson’s discovery of America, The U.S. Mint incorporated Norse themes, fonts and images to capture the Viking heritage that literally and figuratively helped put North America on the map.

Though Congress authorized up to 500,000 of these pieces, fewer than 145,000 were struck in Proof condition, making them even more popular with collectors. Discover yours today!

• ONE-YEAR-ONLY DESIGN – The Rugged portrait of Viking Explorer Leif Ericson is featured on the obverse of this coin struck at the Philadelphia Mint. The coin’s reverse shows his long ship and the words in a stylized font FOUNDER OF THE NEW WORLD. These one-year-only designs are the work renowned Mint Engraver John Mercanti (obverse) and T. James Ferrell (reverse).

• STRUCK IN FINE SILVER – Each Leif Ericson Millennium Silver Dollar Proof is struck in 90% silver.

• LEGAL TENDER COMMEMORATIVE – The Leif Ericson Millennium Silver Proof is $1 legal tender.

• GLEAMING PROOF CONDITION – These 2000 Leif Ericson $1 Millennium Commemoratives are in gorgeous Proof condition, with rich detail and a gleaming mirror finish.

• LOW LIMITED EDITION – Though Congress authorized the striking of 500,000 of these coins, just 144,748 were struck in Proof condition.

One of the most desired modern silver dollar commemoratives, the 2000 Leif Ericson $1 Millennium Silver Commemorative is a must-have for any collector. Discover yours before our supply sails away!