1997 P Jackie Robinson Commemorative Silver Dollar - Proof
BASEBALL'S PROUDEST MOMENT Captured in Pure Proof Silver!
Over sixty-years ago, American Baseball's Major League was plagued by segregation and the Major League diamond was closed to all African Americans. Then in April 1947, one man - Jackie Robinson - braved the jeers, taunts, and insults as the first Black professional player - effectively opening America's pastime to men of every race and color. More importantly, Jackie Robinson's athletic prowess on the field was mirrored by the dignity and integrity with which he lived life off the field.
His example has stood for the generations that have followed and he has earned a special place in history as fans of all races continue to cheer on "Jackie." "A LIFE IS NOT IMPORTANT EXCEPT IN THE IMPACT IT HAS ON OTHER LIVES."- Jackie Robinson.
This US Proof Silver dollar depicts Robinson stealing home plate, as he did during a 1955 World Series between the New York Yankees and the Brooklyn Dodgers. The coin's reverse design features the Jackie Robinson Foundation's 50th anniversary logo surrounded by inscriptions highlighting two of Robinson's other achievements: "Rookie of the Year 1947," and "Hall of Fame 1962."
| SKU | 1801742 |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| Date of Issue | 1997 |
| Material | Silver |
| Denomination | Dollar |
