1989 1 Oz Williamson County Illinois 150th Anniversary Round PF

Williamson County, Illinois hosted a sesquicentennial celebration in 1989. A commemorative round was produced in conjunction with this celebration. The mint and mintage for this issue are unknown, but examples are rare. 

Obverse: The obverse depicts the official logo of the sesquicentennial celebration. It is a stylized rendition of a design by Brie Harrison of Johnston City. Harrison’s logo incorporates several key attributes of the county, including symbols of its urban and rural environment and economy, the importance of coal mining, the strength of its educational systems, and the beauty of its recreational attractions. The name "WILLIAMSON COUNTY" stretches across the image. A banner reading "1839 150 YEARS 1989" is located at the bottom. 

Reverse: The reverse is a replica of the Morgan dollar reverse. It shows an eagle with its wings spread. The purity and composition of ".999 FINE SILVER" are between the eagle's outstretched wings. Across the top of the reverse is the phrase "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA". The eagle holds an olive branch and three arrows in its claws, symbolizing peace and readiness for war. The weight of "ONE TROY OZ." is inscribed at the bottom. A laurel wreath, tied by a ribbon, encircles the lower half of the eagle.