1992 (W) Proof XXV Olympiad Commemorative Five Dollar Gold

Coin Details

Auction Record

$834 PR70 08-19-2003 Heritage Auctions

Description

The 1992 (W) Proof XXV Olympiad Commemorative Five Dollar Gold is a proof dollar struck at the West Point Mint, part of the Modern Commemorative Five Dollar Gold (1984-Date) series. The U.S. Mint produced 77,313 examples. The obverse features designs varying by commemorative issue, while the reverse displays designs varying by commemorative issue. Designed by James Sharpe, T. James Ferrell/James Pede. Struck in 90% gold, 10% copper, weighing 8.36 grams, 21.6 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #9926. 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.