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5 Dollars America's Cup
1988 year| Silver (.999) | 31.1 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | American Samoa (United States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1988 |
| Value | 5 Dollars (5 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1988) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 31.1 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#90589 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Sailing boats competing for America's Cup 1988.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AMERICA'S CUP
AMERICA'S CUP '88
1 TROY OUNCE FINE SILVER
FIVE DOLLARS
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The America's Cup coin from American Samoa features a unique design, with a sailboat on the obverse (front) side and a portrait of an American Samoan chief on the reverse (back) side. This coin was minted to commemorate the 1988 America's Cup yacht race, which was held in San Diego, California. The coin's design was created by sculptor and engraver, Frank Gasparro.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | 1000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Dollars (America's Cup) 1988 coin.
