1996 (W) Atlanta Centennial Olympic Games Commemorative Five Dollar Gold - Flag Bearer
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- Price realized
- $5,750
- Sold
- Grade
- MS68
- Auction house
- Heritage Auctions
Description
The 1996 (W) Atlanta Centennial Olympic Games Commemorative Five Dollar Gold - Flag Bearer is a commemorative five-dollar gold coin struck at the West Point Mint. The West Point Mint struck 9,397 uncirculated Atlanta Olympic Flag Bearer five-dollar gold coins dated 1996. Part of the Atlanta Centennial Olympic Games program, this $5 gold coin captures the inspiring moment of the Opening Ceremony when athletes parade behind their national flag. The obverse features American athletes entering a stadium led by a flag bearer carrying the U.S. flag in a procession, while the reverse displays the mark of the Atlanta Committee for the Olympic Games surrounded by laurel leaves. Designed by Patricia L. Verani/William Krawczewicz. Struck in 90% gold and 10% alloy, weighing 8.36 grams, 21.6 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #9736.
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