1989 (W) Proof Congress Bicentennial Commemorative Five Dollar Gold

Coin Details

Auction Record

$1,840 PR70 05-01-2003 Heritage Auctions

Description

The 1989 (W) Proof Congress Bicentennial Commemorative Five Dollar Gold is a proof cent struck at the West Point Mint, part of the Modern Commemorative Five Dollar Gold (1984-Date) series. The U.S. Mint produced 164,690 examples. The obverse features designs varying by commemorative issue, while the reverse displays designs varying by commemorative issue. Designed by John M. Mercanti. Struck in 90% gold, 10% copper, weighing 8.36 grams, 21.6 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #9637. Modern commemorative five-dollar gold coins are struck in 90% gold (8.359 grams) and represent the premium tier of each year's commemorative program. Gold commemoratives typically have the lowest mintages in each program. Many issues have appreciated significantly since their original sale.