George Washington half eagle
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The George Washington gold half eagle is a commemorative coin issued by the United States Mint in 1999, the 200th anniversary of Washington's death.
United States | |
| Value | $5 U.S. dollars |
|---|---|
| Mass | 8.359 g (0.27 troy oz) |
| Diameter | 21.59 mm (.850 in) |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Composition | 90% Au 10% Alloy |
| Gold | 0.24 troy oz |
| Years of minting | 1999 |
| Mint marks | W |
| Obverse | |
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| Design | Profile of George Washington |
| Designer | Laura Gardin Fraser |
| Reverse | |
| File:1999 George Washington Half Eagle Reverse.jpg | |
| Design | Traditional view of a bald eagle |
| Designer | Laura Gardin Fraser |
Legislation
[edit | edit source]The George Washington Commemorative Coin Act of 1996 (Pub. L. 104–329 (text) (PDF)) authorized the production of a commemorative $5 gold coin (half eagle) to commemorate the life of George Washington, leader of the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War and the nation's first commander-in-chief. The act allowed the coins to be struck in both proof and uncirculated finishes.[1]
Design
[edit | edit source]The obverse of the George Washington gold half eagle, designed by Laura Gardin Fraser, bears a right-facing portrait of Washington. The reverse, also designed by Fraser, features the Heraldic Eagle with outspread wings.[2] Fraser's obverse was later used as the obverse for the coins of the circulating American Women quarters program.[3]
Specifications
[edit | edit source]- Display Box: Maroon
- Edge: Reeded
- Weight: 8.359 grams; 0.27 troy ounce
- Diameter: 21.59 millimeters; 0.850 inch
- Composition: 90% Gold, 10% Alloy
See also
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- List of United States commemorative coins and medals (1990s)
- United States commemorative coins
- George Washington 250th Anniversary half dollar
References
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