2020 (W) Proof Mayflower 400th Anniversary Ten Dollar Gold

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The 2020 (W) Proof Mayflower 400th Anniversary Ten Dollar Gold is a proof $10 gold coin struck at the West Point Mint, part of the 400th Mayflower Anniversary Ten Dollar Gold 2020 series. The U.S. Mint sold 4,743 two-coin sets holding this proof with The Royal Mint's £25 coin; The Royal Mint sold its own version of the set. The obverse features a Wampanoag family watching the Mayflower arrive and the reverse displays a Pilgrim man and woman between two mayflower blossoms, both by Chris Costello. A modern issue from an era of rotating coin designs, collector-focused programs, and renewed interest in numismatic artistry. As a proof issue, this coin was struck multiple times on specially prepared polished planchets using polished dies, producing mirror-like fields and frosted design elements. Struck at the West Point Mint, originally a bullion depository that became a full coin production facility, specializing in commemorative and bullion issues. Struck in 99.99% gold, weighing 7.776 grams, 22 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #838054.