© United States Mint
© United States Mint
1 Dollar 5-Star Generals
2013 year| Silver (.900) | 26.73 g | 38.1 mm |
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2013 |
| Value | 1 Dollar (1 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 26.73 g |
| Diameter | 38.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#49746 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 59% |
Reverse
The Leavenworth Lamp.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
ONE DOLLAR
E
PLURIBUS
UNUM
U.S. ARMY COMMAND
AND
GENERAL STAFF
COLLEGE
FORT LEAVENWORTH
Engraver: Joseph Menna
Designer: Barbara Fox
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The 2013 5 Star Generals Silver Dollar was issued as part of an ambitious commemorative coin program authorized to recognize the 5-Star Generals of the United States Army as well as celebrate the 132nd anniversary of the founding of the United States Army Command and General Staff College where each of the generals either taught or attended.The United States Mint produced a proof version of the silver dollar at the San Francisco Mint bearing the “S” mint mark and an uncirculated version at the West Point Mint bearing the “W” mint mark. A maximum mintage of 500,000 across both versions was established under the authorizing legislation.
Sales for the coin officially opened on March 21, 2013, when the proof and uncirculated versions were offered for sale individually. The proof silver dollar was initially priced at $54.95, and later priced at $59.95 after the conclusion of an introductory period. The uncirculated silver dollar was initially priced at $50.95, and later $55.95 after the introductory period. Pricing for the offering included a $10 surcharge distributable to the CGSC Foundation to help finance its activities in support of the college.
Later in the year, the 2013 5-Star Generals Profile Collection was offered, which included the uncirculated silver dollar along with the uncirculated half dollar and a bronze replica medal featuring Douglas MacArthur.
Final sales for the 2013 5-Star Generals Silver Dollar reached 34,638 for the uncirculated version and 69,283 for the proof version.
2013-W Uncirculated 5 Star Generals Silver Dollar
Pre-Issue Price: $50.95
Regular Price: $55.95
Final Mintage: 34,638
2013-S Proof 5 Star Generals Silver Dollar
Pre-Issue Price: $54.95
Regular Price: $59.95
Final Mintage: 69,283
Interesting fact
The 5-Star Generals coin was minted in 2013 as part of a series honoring the five-star generals of the United States military. The coin features a portrait of General George Washington, who was the first five-star general in the history of the United States. The coin's design was created by sculptor-engraver Don Everhart and features a stunning level of detail, including the texture of Washington's hair and the folds of his clothing. The coin's obverse side features the inscription "5-Star Generals" and the reverse side features the inscription "United States of America" and the motto "In God We Trust." The coin's silver content and weight make it a valuable collector's item, and its unique design and historical significance make it a fascinating piece of American history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 P | 69283 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2013 W | 34638 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Dollar (5-Star Generals) 2013 coin.
