$5 U.S Gold Modern Commemorative

The U.S. Modern Commemorative $5 Gold Coin is a finely crafted, limited-issue gold piece struck by the United States Mint to honor significant events, institutions, and individuals in American history. First introduced in 1986 with the Statue of Liberty Ellis Island Commemorative, the $5 gold commemorative series has continued to celebrate milestones in American culture, government, military service, and innovation. Each coin is produced in both uncirculated and proof finishes, often accompanied by a presentation box and certificate of authenticity, making it a favored collectible for modern gold enthusiasts.

Key Features:

• Purity: Each $5 gold commemorative is struck in 90% gold (21.6 karats) with 10% copper alloy, containing 0.2419 troy ounces of pure gold. This composition matches the gold standard used in classic U.S. coinage such as the $5 Liberty and Indian Head Half Eagles.

• Design: Designs vary by issue, with each coin commemorating a specific American legacy—from the Constitution Bicentennial (1987), the Civil War Battlefield Preservation (1995), and Military Service Medals to individual honorees like Jackie Robinson or George Washington. Obverse and reverse designs are unique to each issue and are approved by Congress, often reflecting themes of liberty, leadership, and national achievement.

• Denomination: Each coin bears a face value of $5, symbolically aligning with the historic Half Eagle denomination. While its actual value is primarily based on its gold content and collectability, the face value reinforces its legal-tender status.

• Collectability: The $5 Modern Commemorative Gold Coins are highly collectible due to their limited mintages, historically meaningful themes, and attractive packaging. Many coins were issued in conjunction with national anniversaries or to support causes, such as battlefield preservation or education. Their unique one-year-only designs, availability in both proof and uncirculated versions, and official mint packaging make them ideal for collectors seeking gold coins with both artistic and historical value.

Elegant, symbolic, and issued in tribute to America’s most defining people and moments, the U.S. $5 Gold Commemorative Coin series continues the proud tradition of American gold coinage in a distinctly modern form.