2000 (W) Proof Library of Congress Bicentennial Commemorative Ten Dollar Gold

Coin Details

Auction Record

$4,600 PR70 02-13-2008 Heritage Auctions

Description

The 2000 (W) Proof Library of Congress Bicentennial Commemorative Ten Dollar Gold is a proof cent struck at the West Point Mint, part of the Modern Commemorative Ten Dollar Gold (1984-2003) series. With a mintage of 27,445, this is a scarce issue. The obverse features designs varying by commemorative issue, while the reverse displays designs varying by commemorative issue. Designed by John M. Mercanti/Thomas D. Rogers. Struck in bi-met .900 au /.9995 pt, weighing 16.26 grams, 27 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #99784. Modern commemorative ten-dollar gold coins have been produced for select programs since 1984, struck in higher gold content than the five-dollar issues.. Extremely limited production makes these among the most exclusive modern U.S. commemoratives.