Flowing Hair Dollar Mintages
The Flowing Hair Dollar was minted for just two years before being replaced by another design. The mintage of the 1794 coin is extremely low, making it a rarity. The 1795 coin has a higher mintage and is available, but difficult to locate in higher grades.
| 1794 | 1,758 |
| 1795 | 160,295 |
Flowing Hair Dollar Coin Specifications
The specifications of the Flowing Hair Dollar are based on the stipulations of the Coinage Act of 1792. Each coin has a fineness of .8924 and a weight of 416 grains of silver. The diameter of the coins can vary due to the early methods of producing the coins. Below are the coin specifications for the series.
| Years: | 1794-1975 |
| Weight: | 26.96 grams |
| Composition: | 89.24% Silver, 10.76% Copper |
| Diameter: | 39 or 40 mm |
| Edge Lettering: | HUNDRED CENTS ONE DOLLAR OR UNIT |
| Silver Content: | 0.7737 ounces |
| Designer: | Robert Scot |