This year the United States Mint will issue 2010 Boy Scouts of America Centennial Silver Dollars in commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the founding of the organization. The coins are currently scheduled for release on March 23, 2010.
The commemorative coin program was proposed under H.R. 5872: Boy Scouts of America Centennial Commemorative Coin Act. The bill was introduced by Rep. Peter Sessions of Texas on April 22, 2008. The bill was passed by the House on May 15, 2008, passed by the Senate on September 27, 2008, and signed into law by the President on October 8, 2008, becoming Public Law No: 110-363.
The designs for the 2010 Boy Scouts Silver Dollars were unveiled by the United States Mint on December 17, 2008. The obverse (heads side) of the coin features an image of a Cub Scout, Boy Scout, and female Venturer saluting. The inscription "Continuing the Journey" is included, along with the anniversary dates of the organization "1910" and "2010". The reverse (tails side) of the coin features the Boy Scouts of America universal emblem. Inscriptions include "Boy Scouts of America" and the Scout motto "Be Prepared".
The obverse of the coin was designed by United States Mint Artistic Infusion Program Master Designer Donna Weaver and engraved by United States Mint Sculptor-Engraver Charles Vickers. The reverse was engraved by United States Mint Sculptor-Engraver Jim Licaretz.
The coins are struck in a composition of 90% silver and 10% copper. Each coin has a weight of 26.73 grams and a diameter of 1.5 inches.
The 2010 Boy Scouts Centennial Silver Dollars will be minted in proof and uncirculated versions with a maximum mintage of 350,000 coins across all product options. These coins will be available directly from the United States Mint with sales currently scheduled to begin on March 23, 2010 at 12:00 Noon ET.
Introductory pricing of $33.95 for uncirculated coins and $39.95 for proof coins will be available from March 23, 2010 to April 22, 2010. After this period, regular pricing of $35.95 for uncirculated coins and $43.95 for proof coins will become effective. In general, commemorative coins remain available for sale until the maximum authorized mintage has been sold or a pre-announced date, typically in mid-December.
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I just can’t get over the fact that the “Boy Scouts” have to include a girl on the coin. It may be politically correct but it just doesn’t go with the title of “Boy Scouts.”
Political correctness has nothing to do with it. Young women have been members of Exploring and Venturing in the BSA for many years.
Critical thinking should be always one of core values of Boy Scots. So I like the first question.
Actually I still can’t get it. Any logical explanation will be very appreciated.
Thanks
Regarding the design choice, there were a number of other alternatives prepared, which can be viewed here:
http://mintnewsblog.blogspot.com/2009/11/upcoming-commemorative-coin-programs.html
The authorizing legislation for the coin stated: “the design of the coins shall be emblematic of 100 years of the largest youth organization in the United States, the Boy Scouts of America.”
The design was selected by the United States Treasury Secretary after consultation with the Chief Executive of the Boy Scouts of America and the Commission of Fine Arts, as well as review by the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee.
The recommendations of the CFA and CCAC are known.
The CCAC had favored a design featuring a scout in 1910 uniform extending a hand to a scout in modern uniform. The CFA had favored a design of a scout and adviser on a rock ledge and the scouts saluting design (the design actually selected).
If the US Gov Mint really wanted to celibrate Boy Scouts, they should have made the coin for regular circulation. I know that the Scouts may get some proceeds from the sale of these coins but I bet the Marketing and PR would generate more signups, which in turn would generate more revenue for the scouts then the sale as a collection piece. Just a feeling. Also many current and former scouts I bet would like the coin but its price tag puts it out of their reach. Its about the kids. If you are not in scouting then the 100th aniversary is not known to the general public. At least the US Post Office has the right idea. They are releasing a stamp, which I believe is standard pricing.
IMO Current Webelos I Den leader.
What is the difference between the “uncirculated” and the “proof” coins. On the US Mints website, the Proof coin shows a diagonal line across with the lower half show in black. Does the coin look this way in actuallity?
The proof version has mirrored background fields and frosted raised elements, which create a cameo like effect. The coins do have a black and white appearance (black mirrored background and white frosted raised elements).
The uncirculated version has a uniform satin like finish.
I agree with a comment made a little earlier. I’m a proud Eagle Scout and I would really love to have a coin to remember the organization by. But the current pricing is way too expensive. Just not worth it
CAN YOU TELL MEWHERE TO GEWT THE COIN AND HOW MUCH IT COST?