1998 Black Revolutionary War Patriots Commemorative Silver 2‑Coin Proof Set – U.S. Mint

A powerful and historically significant 1998 U.S. Mint commemorative silver proof set honoring the Black Revolutionary War Patriots, including the famed Crispus Attucks. This 2‑coin set features both the Silver Dollar Proof and the Clad Half Dollar Proof, presented in the original Mint display case with COA.

Set Includes

• 1998-P Silver Dollar Proof

  • Composition: 90% silver, 10% copper

  • Weight: 26.73 g

  • Diameter: 38.1 mm

  • Mint: Philadelphia

  • Obverse: Crispus Attucks, the first casualty of the Boston Massacre

  • Reverse: A colonial-era drummer with the American flag

• 1998-S Clad Half Dollar Proof

  • Composition: Copper‑nickel clad

  • Mint: San Francisco

  • Obverse: Black Revolutionary War Patriot with colonial soldier

  • Reverse: Continental Army drummer with “1776–1998” dual‑date

Condition & Presentation

• Both coins exhibit deep cameo contrast and strong mirrored fields

• Housed in the original U.S. Mint velvet presentation case

• Includes the official Certificate of Authenticity

• Excellent overall display appeal — ideal for collectors of U.S. history, military themes, or modern commemoratives

Why This Set Matters

• Honors the contributions of African American patriots during the American Revolution

• One of the most meaningful and historically rich U.S. commemorative issues of the 1990s

• Silver dollar is 90% silver, making it desirable to both collectors and bullion‑focused buyers

• Complete 2‑coin proof sets with OGP & COA remain highly collectible

Overall

A beautifully preserved 1998 Black Revolutionary War Patriots 2‑Coin Proof Set, combining historical significance, strong designs, and classic U.S. Mint craftsmanship. A standout addition to any modern commemorative or American history collection.

Item specifics
Circulated/Uncirculated: Uncirculated
Composition: Modern Silver/Clad
Year: 1998
Features: Commemorative
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Certification: U.S. Mint
Item description from the seller
This listing is for a New Vintage 1998 Black Revolutionary War Patriot Crispus Attucks Commemorative Silver Coin and Case.