1999 (W) Proof George Washington Death Bicentennial Commemorative Five Dollar Gold

Coin Details

Auction Record

$2,358 PR70 07-26-2003 Heritage Auctions

Description

The 1999 (W) Proof George Washington Death 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. With a mintage of 41,693, this is a scarce issue. The obverse features designs varying by commemorative issue, while the reverse displays designs varying by commemorative issue. Designed by Laura Gardin Fraser. Struck in 90% gold, 10% copper, weighing 8.36 grams, 21.6 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #99777. 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.