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Topic: Christa McAuliffe $1 U.S. silver coin (2021)
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Robert Pearlman
Editor Posts: 47633
From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted 05-09-2016 12:00 AM
   
collectSPACE Lawmakers propose coin to honor Christa McAuliffe, fallen Teacher in SpaceA new one dollar U.S. coin would honor the memory of "Teacher in Space" Christa McAuliffe while carrying on her mission of inspiring "a new generation of dreamers and innovators," according to legislation recently introduced in Congress. The "Christa McAuliffe Commemorative Coin Act of 2016," co-authored by Senators Kelly Ayotte (R-NH) and Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), would require the U.S. Treasury to mint a coin in recognition of the 30th anniversary of the space shuttle Challenger tragedy and in honor of the fallen social studies teacher from Concord, New Hampshire.  (The artwork depicted above is just a concept for illustration purposes. The bill directs that the design be selected by the Secretary of the Treasury, after consultation with the family of Christa McAuliffe and FIRST; and reviewed by the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee.) |
SkyMan1958
Member Posts: 1141
From: CA.
Registered: Jan 2011
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posted 05-09-2016 05:06 PM
I think picking out just one of the Challenger crew inappropriate. The entire crew should be included. Given the size of coins I have no major problem if only McAuliffe's likeness is used on the reverse side, but all seven names should be listed, with maybe a likeness of the orbiter on the obverse (front) side. |
Hart Sastrowardoyo
Member Posts: 3457
From: Toms River, NJ
Registered: Aug 2000
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posted 05-09-2016 06:05 PM
I was hoping that if it were to be produced it would be a circulating coin. It would be neat if science museums and the like would give these back in change. People would look at these coins and wonder who McAuliffe is and perhaps look her and the Challenger crew up and what they hoped to accomplish — and wouldn't that be a great outreach, lesson and tribute to the Challenger crew? |
Robert Pearlman
Editor Posts: 47633
From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted 09-20-2019 03:00 AM
collectSPACE Congress votes to issue coin for 'Teacher in Space' Christa McAuliffeThe United States Mint will memorialize the first teacher who launched toward space with a new coin that will help continue her mission of science and technology education. The U.S. House of Representatives passed the Christa McAuliffe Commemorative Coin Act of 2019 on Thursday (Sept. 19), directing the Mint to produce a $1 silver coin honoring the fallen educator, who died alongside her six crewmates on board the space shuttle Challenger in 1986. Approved by the Senate in July, the bill will now go to the White House for the President to sign into law.  |
perineau
Member Posts: 312
From: FRANCE
Registered: Jul 2007
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posted 09-21-2019 09:31 AM
Very cool idea - she so deserves this honor! |
Jonnyed
Member Posts: 525
From: Dumfries, VA, USA
Registered: Aug 2014
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posted 09-21-2019 08:17 PM
The quote on the reverse is well-chosen. It's a nice honor. |
Robert Pearlman
Editor Posts: 47633
From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted 10-11-2019 01:04 AM
The President signed the Christa McAuliffe Commemorative Coin Act into law on Oct. 9, 2019. The U.S. Mint will now begin the process to design and produce the coin for issue in 2021. |
OLDIE
Member Posts: 320
From: Portsmouth, England
Registered: Sep 2004
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posted 10-11-2019 01:28 PM
I think the word astronaut should be included somewhere (although as stated, this is primarily designed to commemorate a teacher with vision, rather than a shuttle crew member). |
Robert Pearlman
Editor Posts: 47633
From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted 06-23-2020 03:25 PM
collectSPACE Candidate designs reviewed for 'Teacher in Space' Christa McAuliffe coinA new U.S. silver dollar will depict the first teacher to launch towards outer space in a way that is representative of all educators, should the recommendations of two advisory panels and the desires of the late astronaut's family be followed. Christa McAuliffe, who died on board the ill-fated launch of NASA's space shuttle Challenger in 1986, will be memorialized on the coin, as was authorized by Congress in 2019. The 2021 Christa McAuliffe Silver Dollar Commemorative Coin will be released for sale 35 years after the Challenger tragedy.  |
Cozmosis22
Member Posts: 1105
From: Texas * Earth
Registered: Apr 2011
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posted 06-24-2020 07:50 AM
Must admit to being somewhat disappointed to see nothing space related with this chosen coin design. Nothing at all. No spacesuits. No rockets. No planets. Nothing. To those who are unfamiliar with NASA's "Teacher in Space Project" it may appear to be simply a tribute to the Girl Scouts or school teachers in general. |
Robert Pearlman
Editor Posts: 47633
From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted 06-24-2020 10:00 AM
Based on Steven McAuliffe and Dean Kamen's comments, the intent seemed to be to honor teachers using Christa McAuliffe as a representative, rather than highlight her role as a fallen astronaut.Donald Scarinci, one of the members of the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee, explained it this way: We've had and we will have, I am sure, other opportunities to commemorate issues involving the space program and the heroes who made that happen. For now, this coin, to have that double hit and be able to speak about teachers, I think it outweighs the focus on the shuttle. |
thisismills
Member Posts: 462
From: Michigan
Registered: Mar 2012
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posted 07-01-2020 04:47 PM
My lack of knowledge when it comes to coin design may be apparent as I was surpised seeing that a non-government organization's logo will be so prominently featured on a US coin. Is this a common practice that I havent noticed up until now? Thought it was strange that the design on the back didn't just show a robotics scene instead of slapping a logo on it. Wondering if the legislation required it. |
Robert Pearlman
Editor Posts: 47633
From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted 07-01-2020 06:33 PM
The legislation did not require the FIRST logo to be included, but as the benefactor of the coin's surcharge, the organization was consulted on the design.I believe if there is any restriction on including a logo, it is the difference between circulating and commemorative coins. There have been past commemoratives with logos, for example: 2017 Lions Clubs International Centennial Silver Dollar and the 2013 Girl Scouts of the USA Centennial Silver Dollar. Of course, both of those were in celebration of the organization itself, rather than just benefiting the group, but the logo was allowed. |
thisismills
Member Posts: 462
From: Michigan
Registered: Mar 2012
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posted 07-01-2020 08:14 PM
Appreciate the explanation, I wasn't used to seeing logos on circulating coins and it made me do a double take. The commemorative classification makes sense, thanks, I hadn't seen those other examples. It opens the door to many more possibilities.Would have liked to see this coin circulating especially as change from museums as mentioned. |
Robert Pearlman
Editor Posts: 47633
From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted 12-21-2020 05:16 PM
collectSPACE Silver dollar unveiled for fallen 'Teacher in Space' Christa McAuliffeThe design of the first U.S. coin to honor a teacher has been formally unveiled, showing the first educator to launch towards space. The artwork for the 2021 Christa McAuliffe Silver Dollar was officially unveiled on Friday (Dec. 18), during a virtual presentation hosted by FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology), the non-profit organization that will benefit from the coin's sale. As authorized by Congress, the commemorative coin is being issued in celebration of the life and legacy of McAuliffe, who died with her six crewmates aboard the Jan. 28, 1986 launch of the space shuttle Challenger.  |
OLDIE
Member Posts: 320
From: Portsmouth, England
Registered: Sep 2004
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posted 01-02-2021 03:57 AM
Fantastic design. This will certainly be on my "must have" list. In spite of some of the criticism, one has to remember that she was a teacher first and foremost, and an astronaut second. Therefore I think it only right that she should be commemorated as a teacher. |
Robert Pearlman
Editor Posts: 47633
From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted 01-28-2021 12:00 AM
collectSPACE US Mint marks 35 years since Challenger with 'Teacher in Space' coinA new U.S. coin honoring Christa McAuliffe, NASA's first "Teacher in Space," will help continue her educational mission 35 years after she and her six astronaut crewmates were tragically lost in flight. The United States Mint will begin accepting orders for the 2021 Christa McAuliffe Commemorative Silver Dollar at noon EST (1700 GMT) on Thursday (Jan. 28), the 35th anniversary of the space shuttle Challenger tragedy. The first U.S. coin to honor a teacher, the McAuliffe dollar is being offered by the Mint in uncirculated and proof finishes for $69 and $74 each, respectively, and is limited to 350,000 pieces. The coins are expected to begin shipping on March 17.  |
Robert Pearlman
Editor Posts: 47633
From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted 01-28-2021 04:27 PM
For those considering ordering the McAuliffe silver but have not yet done so, the U.S. Mint noted that the prices will increase next month. Introductory pricing will continue to be in effect for the first 30 days of pre-orders. |
Robert Pearlman
Editor Posts: 47633
From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted 12-29-2021 09:26 AM
Today (Dec. 29) was the last day to order the Christa McAuliffe Commemorative Silver Dollar from the U.S. Mint. Masterpieces minted to honor the National Law Enforcement Memorial and Museum, as well as Christa McAuliffe, go off sale Dec. 29. at 11:59 p.m. EST. Don't miss this chance to be part of these historic celebrations — own these remarkable keepsakes before they are gone forever! According to the Mint's website, though, the proof and uncirculated versions of the McAuliffe dollar have already sold out. |
randy
Member Posts: 2528
From: West Jordan, Utah USA
Registered: Dec 1999
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posted 12-29-2021 05:11 PM
I'm glad I got mine when I did. |
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