2004 Philadelphia Thomas Alva Edison Silver Dollar PF69 Ultra Cameo (UC) NGC Brown Label

The 2004-P Thomas Alva Edison Silver Dollar is a commemorative coin issued by the United States Mint to honor the life and achievements of inventor Thomas Edison. The obverse of the coin features a portrait of the great inventor holding an early experimental light bulb in his laboratory. The reverse design features a rendering of Edison's first light bulb.

2004 P Thomas Alva Edison Dollar PF69 NGC

By Act of Congress, and in honor of this historic event, the United States Mint produced silver commemorative coins. Law states that the designs of the coins “shall be emblematic of the light bulb and the many inventions made by Thomas A. Edison throughout his prolific life.” These coins were offered in both proof and uncirculated condition. The law also authorized the United States Mint to produce not more than 500,000 silver one-dollar coins. Commemorative silver dollars are usually made of 90% silver and 10% copper, adhering to the standard composition for these types of coins.