- Brilliant Uncirculated
- Silver Content – 5 oz
- .999 Fine Silver
- IRA Eligible
- Coin Diameter – 76.2 mm
Details:
The America the Beautiful (ATB) series is a collection of silver bullion coins produced by the United States Mint. Each coin in the series features a different national park or historic site from across the United States. The Cumberland Gap National Historical Park in Kentucky was honored with a 5-ounce silver coin in 2016 as part of the ATB series.
The Cumberland Gap National Historical Park was selected as one of the sites to be featured in the ATB series, which began in 2010. The series aimed to highlight the diverse natural and historic treasures found throughout the United States.
The reverse (back) of the Cumberland Gap 5-ounce silver coin features a depiction of a frontiersman gazing across the Cumberland Gap, representing the historic role the gap played in westward expansion. The design was created by Barbara Fox and sculpted by Michael Gaudioso. The obverse (front) of the coin showcases the familiar image of George Washington, as seen on other U.S. quarters
The Cumberland Gap 5-ounce silver coin is struck in .999 fine silver, giving it a total silver weight of 5 troy ounces (155.5 grams). It has a diameter of 76.2 millimeters (3 inches) and a thickness of 4.064 millimeters (0.16 inches). The coin has edge lettering indicating its weight and purity.
