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1996 Smithsonian $5 Gold

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The 1996 Smithsonian $5 Gold Coin (Buy on eBay) was issued for the 150th anniversary of the Smithsonian Institution. It had been established by Congress on August 10, 1846, funded by the will of scientist James Smithson. At one time, the Smithsonian held the National Numismatic Collection. The obverse of the coin features a bust […]