2012 Star-Spangled Banner Commemorative Five Dollar Gold
Base
About This Coin
The 2012 Star-Spangled Banner Commemorative Five Dollar Gold is a United States five-dollar gold coin from the Modern Commemorative Five Dollar Gold (1984-Date) series. In 2012 the West Point Mint struck 7,006 uncirculated and 18,299 proof Star-Spangled Banner five-dollar gold coins, 25,305 in all. The obverse features a War of 1812 sea battle, an American ship in front and a damaged British ship behind, and the reverse displays the words O SAY CAN YOU SEE in Francis Scott Key's handwriting over stars and stripes. A modern issue from an era of rotating coin designs, collector-focused programs, and renewed interest in numismatic artistry. Struck in 90% gold and 10% alloy, weighing 8.36 grams, 21.6 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Designed by Donna Weaver/Richard Masters.
Specifications
Strike Types & Varieties(2)
2012 (W) Proof Star-Spangled Banner Commemorative Five Dollar Gold
2012 (W) Star-Spangled Banner Commemorative Five Dollar Gold
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