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1984-W Los Angeles Olympiad Coliseum Gold $10 PR DCAM Values
Details
The commemorative gold coin minted for the 1984 Olympics was the first U.S. gold piece issued in more than 50 years. It is the first coin ever to bear the W mintmark for West Point.
This coin is made of 90% gold, 10% copper and has a current melt value of $2,478.74
Obverse: The obverse depicts two runners bearing the Olympic torch aloft, and was designed by John Mercanti from a concept by James Peed, an artist at the Mint.
Reverse: The eagle on the reverse is modeled after that on the Great Seal.
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
West Point
Mintage:
381,085
Coinage Type:
Modern Commemorative
Coinage Years:
1984
Composition:
90% gold, 10% copper
Mint Mark:
W
Varieties and Classification
Variety:
Los Angeles Olympiad Coliseum
Physical Characteristics
Fineness:
0.9
Weight:
16.718 gr
Weight:
0.5375 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.4837 oz
Strike Type:
Proof
Diameter:
27 mm
Coin Shape:
Round
Design Details
Designer:
John Mercanti
Obverse Designer:
John Mercanti
Reverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, TEN DOLLARS
Reverse Designer:
John Mercanti
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