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2019 (W) American Legion 100th Anniversary Commemorative Five Dollar Gold

Strike Type
2019 (W) Modern Commemorative Gold coin

Coin Details

Year
2019
Denomination
Modern Commemorative Gold
Mint Mark
W
Strike Type
Regular Strike
Series
Modern Commemorative Five Dollar Gold (1984-Date)
Designer
Chris Costello/Paul C. Balan
Mintage
2,929
Composition
90% Gold, 6% Silver, 4% Copper
Weight
8.36g
Diameter
21.6mm
Edge
Reeded

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Price realized
$1,000
Sold
Grade
MS70
Auction house
eBay

Description

The 2019 (W) American Legion 100th Anniversary Commemorative Five Dollar Gold is a commemorative five-dollar gold coin struck at the West Point Mint. The West Point Mint struck 2,929 uncirculated American Legion five-dollar gold coins dated 2019. The gold coin in the American Legion centennial program, this $5 piece references the organization's Parisian origins with the Eiffel Tower alongside its emblem. The obverse features geometric elements of the American Legion emblem with the Eiffel Tower and V for victory, representing the founding in Paris in 1919, while the reverse displays a soaring eagle, symbolizing the nation during war and peace. Designed by Chris Costello/Paul C. Balan. Struck in 90% gold, 6% silver and 4% copper, weighing 8.36 grams, 21.6 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #710354.

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