2020 W $5 Gold Basketball Hall of Fame Proof Coin NGC PF 70 UCAM FDOI (Basketball Label)

2020 W $5 Gold Basketball Hall of Fame Proof Coin NGC PF 70 UCAM FDOI (Basketball Label)

The US Mint produced the 2020 W $5 Gold Basketball Hall of Fame Proof Coin NGC PF 70 UCAM FDOI to join the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame’s celebration of their 60th anniversary. With a purity of .90 gold and a weight of 8.359 grams, NGC graded this ultra-cameo coin perfect PF 70 with a First Day of Issue designation. Additionally, this coin has a limited mintage of 50,000. Before this US Commemorative coin sells out, buy one now as a perfect gift for an athlete or for your own collection!

James Naismith is the founder of basketball from Springfield, MA from over a century ago. In 1959, the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame began operations in the same hometown to honor the game and Naismith. This Hall has over 400 inductees from its sixty-year history. It operates as a nonprofit, independent organization that strives to honor and promote basketball. They support from beginner levels to pro, and it conducts tournaments and programs internationally. The hall is best known for its annual Enshrinement Ceremony that honors the elites, which includes players, coaches, and other important figures. 

This coin arrives with a special NGC label called the Basketball Core Design. This features a basketball background on both sides of the protective case, which offers a seamless look for your coin. This vibrant orange color will stand out in your collection as a one-of-a-kind presentation. All special labels from NGC retire eventually, so don’t miss your shot to own one!

The obverse illustration was created by Justin Kunz, the US Mint AIP winner of the public competition for the coin. The focus for his design exemplifies the diversity and endurance of the players. The three players reach for the basketball high above their heads to symbolize the necessary mental and physical stamina for this game. Additionally, the background of the coin features a net. When paired with the border’s rim design, this coin gives the impression that the players are about to score. 

AIP artist Donna Weaver designed the reverse that demonstrates a basketball about to fall into a hoop. Inscriptions are featured on the coin noting the face value, country, artist initials, and “E PLURIBUS UNUM”. 

Coin Specifications:

• Limited Mintage of 50,000
• Limited Edition NGC Basketball Label
• Made from .90 fine gold with a weight of 8.359 grams 
• Graded NGC PF 70 with FDOI Designation
• Proof condition
• Face value of $5 USD
• Surcharge of $35 authorized by the US Mint to fund an endowment for the Hall of Fame
• Coin will be dome-shaped
• Obverse: Justin Kunz design of three players reaching for a basketball. Inscriptions: "LIBERTY”, “IN GOD WE TRUST”, and “2020” along with the W mintmark and the initials of the artist.
• Reverse: Displays Donna Weaver’s design of a basketball about to pass through a hoop. Inscriptions: “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA”, “E PLURIBUS UNUM”, and “FIVE DOLLARS”.

Bullion Exchanges is honored to present this impeccable 2020 W $5 Gold Basketball Hall of Fame Proof Coin NGC PF 70 UCAM FDOI. We recommend checking out our wide selection of US Commemorative coins in gold and silver, particularly the US Mint Olympics Commemorative coins and 2014 Baseball Hall of Fame coins to add to your purchase. When you buy from us today, your purchase will be packaged and delivered to your address with the highest level of care. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out. Our expert customer service will be happy to assist you.