The 2004 Lewis & Clark Bicentennial Silver Dollar was issued to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the famous expedition of the two explorers. During the same year, the five cent piece featured two different “Westward Journey” reverse designs to commemorate expedition.
The Philadelphia Mint produced both the proof and uncirculated versions of the Lewis and Clark Silver Dollar. In addition to individual coin sales, the United States Mint offered two specially produced sets, each limited to 50,000 units. The Lewis & Clark Coinage and Currency Set was priced at $90.00 and included the uncirculated version of the silver dollar, a silver plated bronze duplicate of the Peace Medal, two uncirculated 2004 Westward Journey Nickels, an uncirculated 2004 Sacagawea Dollar, a replica series 1901 $10 Bison Note, three Lewis and Clark postage stamps, and two informational booklets. The Lewis & Clark Coin & Pouch Set was priced at $120 and included the proof version of the silver dollar and a handmade American Indian pouch.