1987 U.S. Constitution Proof Set – $5 Gold & $1 Silver, Box & COA View Watchlist >
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1987 U.S. Constitution Proof Set – $5 Gold & $1 Silver, Box & COA
This 1987 United States Constitution Commemorative Proof Set commemorates the 200th anniversary of the U.S. Constitution and includes two proof coins: a $5 Gold Half Eagle struck at West Point and a $1 Silver Dollar struck at San Francisco. Designed by Marcel Jovine (gold) and Patricia Verani (silver), the coins symbolically feature stylized eagles, quill pens, parchment, and diverse figures to reflect "We the People."
Offered with its original navy-blue velvet display case, outer boxes, and the Certificate of Authenticity signed by Donna Pope, this complete set is a historically important and visually striking collectible.
Gold Five-Dollar Coin (Proof, West Point)
- Year: 1987
- Denomination: $5 (USD)
- Composition: 90% gold, 3.6% silver, 6.4% copper
- Gold Content: 0.2418 troy oz (7.5 g)
- Total Weight: 8.359 g
- Diameter: 21.59 mm (0.850 in)
- Edge: Reeded
- Design: Modern stylized eagle holding quill pen; reverse shows quill above "We the People"
This 1987 Constitution Proof Set offers significant intrinsic value. The $5 gold coin alone contains 0.2418 troy ounces of pure gold, equating to approximately $800 in bullion value at current gold prices (around $3,324/oz). Combined with the 90% silver dollar and original packaging, complete sets regularly trade between $800-$950, with premium-condition examples fetching over $1,000. Its historical importance and precious metal content make this set both a collectible and a sound investment.
Condition:
Both coins are in proof condition, protected in their original capsules with brilliant mirrored fields and sharp frosted detail. The presentation case and COA are included, with only light shelf wear on the outer box.
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