2020 (W) Proof Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Commemorative Five Dollar Gold

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The 2020 (W) Proof Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Commemorative Five Dollar Gold is a proof five-dollar gold coin struck at the West Point Mint, part of the Modern Commemorative Five Dollar Gold (1984-Date) series. The West Point Mint struck 8,075 proof Basketball Hall of Fame five-dollar gold coins dated 2020. The curved coin shows three players reaching for the ball, with the rim and net behind, on its obverse, and a basketball about to pass through the net on its reverse. 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 90% gold, 6% silver and 4% copper, weighing 8.359 grams, 21.59 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #812982.