1989 Congress Bicentennial Commemorative Five Dollar Gold
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About This Coin
The 1989 Congress Bicentennial Commemorative Five Dollar Gold is a United States commemorative dollar. The gold coin in the 1989 Congress bicentennial program, this $5 piece features the iconic Capitol dome. It was part of a three-coin program that also included a silver dollar and half dollar, with surcharges supporting the Capitol Preservation Fund. The obverse features the dome of the U.S. Capitol Building, while the reverse displays the gilt eagle carving from atop the canopy above the Senate President's desk in the Old Senate Chamber. Designed by John M. Mercanti. Struck in 90% gold, 10% copper, weighing 8.36 grams, 21.6 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. The Congress $5 gold is notable for its unusual reverse design featuring a carved eagle from within the Senate chamber, a detail rarely seen on U.S. coinage.
