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

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$750 PR70 09-30-2010 eBay

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The 1995 (W) Proof Atlanta Centennial Olympic Games Commemorative Five Dollar Gold - Torch Runner 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 57,442 examples. The obverse features designs varying by commemorative issue, while the reverse displays designs varying by commemorative issue. Designed by Frank Gasparro. Struck in 90% gold, 10% copper, weighing 8.36 grams, 21.6 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #9733. 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.