Modern US $5 Gold Commemorative melt value
United States, 1986–present. Contains 0.24187 troy oz of pure gold. The value below updates with the live spot price.
Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Years | 1986–present |
| Denomination | $5 |
| Composition | 90% gold, 10% copper |
| Total weight | 8.359 g |
| Purity | .900 (90% gold) |
| Pure gold | 7.523 g (0.24187 troy oz) |
| Diameter | 21.6 mm |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Obverse design | Varies by program |
| Reverse design | Varies by program |
| Face value | $5.00 |
Specifications: U.S. Mint specifications and U.S. coinage law.
Common questions
How much gold is in a Modern US $5 Gold Commemorative?
A Modern US $5 Gold Commemorative contains 0.24187 troy ounces (7.523 grams) of pure gold. It weighs 8.359 grams in total and is .900 fine.
How is the melt value of a Modern US $5 Gold Commemorative calculated?
Multiply the pure gold content (0.24187 troy oz) by the current gold spot price. The calculator on this page does this automatically with live prices.
What will a dealer pay for a Modern US $5 Gold Commemorative?
Bullion coins and bars are usually bought close to the spot value of their metal content, while dealers sell them at a premium over spot. Ask any buyer what percent of melt they are paying and compare.
Related melt values
Melt value is an estimate of metal content at spot price. It is not an offer, appraisal or measure of collector value.