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The coin's value and collectability is further enhanced by its First Day of Issue designation, as well as the hand-signed signature of Ron Harrigal, the U.S. Mint's former Director of Design and Engraving. Harrigal, is known for his revolutionary designs, including implementing the privy marks on the 2021 \"CC\" and \"O\" Morgan Dollars, the V75 coins as well as the \"230\" privy mark that will on be on 1794 of these coins. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis medal is not only a celebration of American numismatic history but also a rare collector’s piece, further distinguished by Ron Harrigal’s signature, linking the rich past of the U.S. Mint to its present.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertified MS70 Condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Graded by NGC, the medal’s MS70 designation signifies a flawless strike, boosting its collector appeal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirst Day of Issue:\u003c\/strong\u003e This limited-edition medal is further distinguished by its First Day of Issue label.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSigned by Ron Harrigal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-signed by Ron Harrigal, former U.S. Mint Director of Design and Engraving, who was instrumental in implementing modern privy marks, including designs for the 2021 CC and O Morgan Dollars and the V75 coins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e230th Anniversary:\u003c\/strong\u003e Commemorating the 230th anniversary of the original Flowing Hair dollar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoin Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eObverse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Classic \"Flowing Hair Liberty\" design with \"Liberty\" above, \"2024\" below, encircled by 15 stars representing the states that had ratified the Constitution by 1794. Sculpted by John P. McGraw.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReverse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Depicts the iconic eagle with wings spread, surrounded by a laurel wreath and the inscription “United States of America,” sculpted by Eric David Custer. This design is the precursor to the American Heraldic Eagle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal Content:\u003c\/strong\u003e .999 fine silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 Troy Ounce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMint\/Mint Mark:\u003c\/strong\u003e Philadelphia (none)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.598 inches (40.60mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e U.S. Mint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCareer Highlights of Ron Harrigal:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThirty-Five Years at the US Mint:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harrigal's tenure at the US Mint began in 1985, culminating in his role as Director of Design and Engraving from 2015 until his retirement in 2021. His contributions include overseeing modern edge lettering and managing specifications for notable coin programs like the American Gold Buffalo and American Palladium Eagle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInnovations and Contributions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Among his many achievements, Harrigal played a crucial role in developing modern edge lettering, pioneering laser frosting applications, and managing the redesign of the American Silver and Gold Eagle coins. He also oversaw the first use of privy marks on 2021 “CC” and “O” Morgan Dollars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeadership and Expertise:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harrigal's career includes managing key areas such as design, quality, and research and development. 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