1995 (W) Proof Atlanta Centennial Olympic Games Commemorative Five Dollar Gold - Stadium

Coin Details

Auction Record

$1,438 PR70 09-02-2003 Heritage Auctions

Description

The 1995 (W) Proof Atlanta Centennial Olympic Games Commemorative Five Dollar Gold - Stadium is a proof cent struck at the West Point Mint, part of the Modern Commemorative Five Dollar Gold (1984-Date) series. With a mintage of 43,124, this is a scarce issue. The obverse features designs varying by commemorative issue, while the reverse displays designs varying by commemorative issue. Designed by Marcel Jovine/Frank Gasparro. Struck in 90% gold, 10% copper, weighing 8.36 grams, 21.6 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #9735. 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.