#47 • Museum of Atomic Energy- Neutron Irradiated Dime

Part of Tan Gallery - Great Estate Items, Coins, Firearms (timed auction by K and B Auction)

High bid $22.00

Status: Sold

Neutron Irradiated Encased Dime- American Museum of Atomic Energy. The American Museum of Atomic Energy's neutron-irradiated dimes were popular souvenirs featuring silver dimes that were exposed to neutrons in a special irradiator. These coins were encased in plastic or steel disks, and sold with the inscription "NEUTRON IRRADIATED - AMERICAN MUSEUM OF ATOMIC ENERGY" as a unique memento of the atomic age and the Oak Ridge facility. BP