- Brilliant Uncirculated
- Silver Content – 5 oz
- .999 Fine Silver
- IRA Eligible
- Coin Diameter – 76.2 mm
Details:
Effigy Mounds National Monument, located in northeastern Iowa along the Mississippi River, preserves ancient Native American burial mounds shaped like animals and birds. The site was selected as one of the sites to be featured in the ATB series, which highlights the diverse natural and cultural heritage of the United States.
The reverse (back) of the Effigy Mounds 5-ounce silver coin features a depiction of an aerial view of an eagle-shaped effigy mound, which is one of the iconic features of the national monument. The design was created by Richard Masters and sculpted by Renata Gordon. The obverse (front) of the coin showcases the familiar image of George Washington, as seen on other U.S. quarters.
The Effigy Mounds 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.
