2011 Medal of Honor Commemorative Five Dollar Gold
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About This Coin
The 2011 Medal of Honor Commemorative Five Dollar Gold is a United States dollar from the Modern Commemorative Five Dollar Gold (1984-Date) series — 18th of 32 years in the series. In 2011, coins were struck at the Philadelphia and West Point Mints with a combined mintage of 26,232. This ranks 13th of 40 years by total mintage, below the series median of 50,734. The obverse features designs varying by commemorative issue and the reverse displays designs varying by commemorative issue. A modern issue from an era of rotating coin designs, collector-focused programs, and renewed interest in numismatic artistry. Struck in 90% gold, 10% copper, weighing 8.36 grams, 21.6 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. A notable auction result reached $999 in PR70 grade at Heritage Auctions. Designed by Joseph Menna/Joel Iskowitz.
