US Commemorative $5 Gold Coins (1986–present) Melt Value
A Commemorative $5 Gold contains 0.2419 troy oz of pure gold (8.359 g × .900). At $4,147/oz gold, its melt value is about $1,003. Collector value is separate and depends on date, mint mark and grade.
Values above refresh with the October 19, 2026 spot price.
US Commemorative $5 Gold Coins (1986–present) specifications
| Years | Fineness | Gross weight | Pure gold | Diameter | Face value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986–present | .900 (90%) | 8.359 g | 7.523 g (0.2419 oz t) | 21.6 mm | 5 Dollars |
Modern US commemorative $5 gold coins use the classic half eagle standard: 8.359 g of 90% gold, 0.2419 oz of pure gold. The Mint sells them with a surcharge that goes to the organization named in each coin's law.
How the melt value is calculated
Melt value = gross weight × fineness ÷ 31.1035 × spot price. For the Commemorative $5 Gold: 8.359 g × .900 = 7.523 g of pure gold. Divide by 31.1035 grams per troy ounce to get 0.2419 oz, then multiply by $4,147 spot: about $1,003.
Melt value by quantity
| Quantity | Pure gold | Melt value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 coin | 0.2419 oz t | $1,003 |
| 5 coins | 1.2094 oz t | $5,016 |
| 10 coins | 2.4187 oz t | $10,031 |
| 20 coins | 4.8375 oz t | $20,063 |
| 50 coins | 12.0937 oz t | $50,157 |
| 100 coins | 24.1873 oz t | $100,314 |
Issues in the Nu Stack coin database
These issues share the specs above, so their melt value is the same. The list is not complete; any coin struck to the same standard has the same metal content.
| Year | Issue | Fineness | Weight | Pure gold |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 50th Anniversary Of World War II | .900 | 8.359 g | 0.2419 oz t |
| 1993 | Bill of Rights | .900 | 8.359 g | 0.2419 oz t |
| 1994 | World Cup Tournament | .900 | 8.359 g | 0.2419 oz t |
| 1996 | Smithsonian Institution 150th Anniversary | .900 | 8.359 g | 0.2419 oz t |
| 2016 | National Park Service | .900 | 8.359 g | 0.2419 oz t |
| 2019 | 50th Anniversary of Apollo 11 | .900 | 8.359 g | 0.2419 oz t |
| 2019 | American Legion 100th Anniversary | .900 | 8.359 g | 0.2419 oz t |
| 2022 | Negro Leagues Baseball | .900 | 8.359 g | 0.2419 oz t |
Melt value vs collector value
Commemorative coins are sold by the Mint above melt value, and on the secondary market each issue has its own collector price. That price depends on the issue, its mintage, whether it's a proof or uncirculated coin and its condition. Melt value tells you what the gold alone is worth, which is the useful number when an issue trades close to its metal content.
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Specs: Nu Stack coin database (curated entries and the Numista catalog). Melt values use the gold spot price from the Nu Stack price feed and are estimates of metal content only, not offers to buy or sell.
Frequently asked questions
How much gold is in a Commemorative $5 Gold?
A Commemorative $5 Gold has 7.523 g (0.2419 troy oz) of pure gold: 8.359 g gross weight at .900 fine.
What is a Commemorative $5 Gold worth in melt value today?
About $1,003 at $4,147/oz gold (October 19, 2026). Melt value moves with the gold spot price; this page updates automatically.
Is a Commemorative $5 Gold worth more than its melt value?
Often, yes. Each commemorative issue has its own collector price based on mintage, proof or uncirculated finish and condition. Melt value is the metal-only number.