In 2020, the United States Mint issued a commemorative collection of gold and silver coins recognizing the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. These coins stood out for their domed and concave fields, along with designs that were shared across the series. One of the most distinctive options from the release was the colorized silver proof, which included carefully applied color accents. Today, 2020-P $1 Colorized Proof Basketball HOF Silver Coins are available from Provident Metals.

Highlights:

• Comes with protective flips!
• Honors the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame!
• Original mintage of only 75,000 coins!
• Contains .8594 troy oz of .999 pure silver.
• The face value of $1 (USD) is backed by the US government.
• On the obverse are players engaged in a game of basketball.
• The reverse features a basketball dropping through the rim.
• Obverse is concave, the reverse is domed.
• P mint mark from the Philadelphia Mint.

All 2020-P $1 Colorized Proof Basketball HOF Silver Coins offered here come with protective flips. Each coin has a concave obverse and a domed reverse, creating a layered look that adds depth to the design. Selective colorization appears on the reverse to bring attention to certain visual elements.

Obverse

The obverse of the 2020-P Colorized Basketball Hall of Fame Silver Coin shows a group of basketball players positioned beneath the hoop. The scene captures the action of players preparing to rebound the ball as it comes down toward the basket. A net pattern fills the background, and the concave field adds dimension to the overall image. Inscriptions include LIBERTY, IN GOD WE TRUST, 2020, and the P mint mark.

Reverse

On the reverse of the 2020-P $1 Colorized Basketball Hall of Fame Silver Coin is a basketball descending through the rim. Selective colorization highlights the rim in a red-orange tone, while the net appears in white for contrast. The domed field enhances the sense of depth and movement within the design. Inscriptions read UNITED STATE OF AMERICA, E PLURIBUS UNUM, and ONE DOLLAR.

History

The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame is located in Springfield, Massachusetts, where the game of basketball was first created. The Hall was established to recognize those who made meaningful contributions to the sport, including standout players, coaches, officials, and other leaders. Its modern building is known for a large metallic sphere that rises above the surrounding area near the Connecticut River. Inside, visitors can explore hands-on exhibits, historical displays, and artifacts that highlight basketballs development over more than a century. This commemorative coin was released to mark the 60th anniversary of the Hall of Fame, which is named after Dr. James Naismith, the inventor of basketball and an important figure in its early growth.

Ordering

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