© PCGS
© PCGS
5 Dollars Smithsonian Institution 150th Anniversary
1996 year| Gold (.900) (90% gold, 10% copper) | 8.359 g | 21.6 mm |
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1996 |
| Value | 5 Dollars (5 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) (90% gold, 10% copper) |
| Weight | 8.359 g |
| Diameter | 21.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#92808 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
The Smithsonian's sunburst logo and the word "Smithsonian". The design elements of the foreground of the coin are raised and frosted, and the sunburst on this version of the coin is incused and highly polished with a frosted background.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
SMITHSONIAN
E PLURIBUS UNUM • FIVE DOLLARS
TJF
Translation: Out of many, one
Designer: Thomas James Ferrell
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Released on August 5, 1996, this commemorative coin honors the 150th Anniversary of the Smithsonian.Interesting fact
The 1996 Smithsonian Institution 150th Anniversary $5 Gold Coin features a unique design that showcases the institution's contributions to science, art, and history. The obverse of the coin depicts a portrait of Joseph Henry, the first Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, while the reverse features an image of the Smithsonian's iconic Castle Building, surrounded by various scientific and cultural symbols. This coin is a rare and collectible item, with only 30,100 minted, making it a valuable addition to any numismatic collection.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 W | 21772 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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