2016 Mark Twain Commemorative Five Dollar Gold
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About This Coin
The 2016 Mark Twain Commemorative Five Dollar Gold is a United States dollar from the Modern Commemorative Five Dollar Gold (1984-Date) series — 23rd of 32 years in the series. In 2016, coins were struck at the West Point Mint with a combined mintage of 18,961. This ranks 8th 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. Produced 8 years before the celebrated 2024 key date. A notable auction result reached $1.6K in PR70DCAM grade at eBay. Designed by Benjamin Sowards/Ronald D. Sanders.
