Multiple organizations and private mints have produced commemorative coins celebrating the Moon Landing, especially the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission in 2019.
- The U.S. Mint released a four-coin program in 2019 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Moon landing.
- The program included:
– A curved $5 gold coin
– A curved $1 silver coin
– A curved half-dollar clad coin
– A curved 5-ounce silver dollar
- The common obverse design for these coins depicts the inscriptions “MERCURY,” “GEMINI,” and “APOLLO,” separated by phases of the Moon, and a footprint on the lunar surface, representing the US space program leading up to the first manned Moon landing.
- The reverse design showcases a close-up of Buzz Aldrin’s helmet and visor, reflecting Neil Armstrong, the US flag, and the lunar lander.
- The coins were available in both uncirculated and proof conditions.
- The US Mint’s program was very successful, with over 600,000 Apollo 11 coins sold.
- The Royal Australian Mint collaborated with the U.S. Mint to release a two-coin proof set commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon landing.
- The Australian coin’s obverse features the CSIRO Parkes radio telescope and a small portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse depicts an Apollo 11 astronaut, the lunar module Eagle, and a colored print of Earth visible in the sky.
- The Perth Mint released a 1 oz proof gold coin in 2019 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Moon Landing.
- Other Perth Mint offerings include a 1 oz .9999 pure silver coin.
- Several private mints and organizations have also produced Moon Landing commemorative coins and medals.
- Examples include the Highland Mint’s limited-edition “Giant Leap for Mankind” coin and a complete 18-coin Apollo Missions Set from American Mint.
- The value of Moon Landing coins varies depending on factors such as rarity, metal content, condition, and whether they were part of official government programs or privately minted sets.
- An extremely rare gold medal that traveled on the Apollo 11 mission to the Moon was sold for over $2 million at auction.
- Silver coins like the 3 oz Cook Islands Apollo 11 50th Anniversary coin can be found for nearly $3000.
- More accessible options include the 2019-S Apollo 11 Moon Landing Commemorative Clad Half Dollar, which can be purchased for around $88.50.
What is the coin for the moon landing?
Thanks for asking. Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Program
In recognition of the 50th anniversary of the first manned landing on the Moon, Public Law 114-282 authorized a four-coin program: a curved $5 gold coin, a curved $1 silver coin, a curved half-dollar clad coin, and a curved 5 ounce $1 silver proof coin.
What is the $5 dollar coin for the moon landing?
I can help with that. In 2019, the U.S. Mint released the Apollo 11 50th Anniversary $5 Gold Coin as part of the the Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Program. It commemorates the 50th anniversary of the first manned landing on the Moon by NASA’s Apollo 11 crew.
Is a commemorative coin worth anything?
From my experience, Do Commemorative Coins Have Any Value? Yes. All commemorative coins have at least some value because they are technically legal tender (though not intended for circulation).
Is Neil Armstrong on a coin?
Good point! This is one of the Apollo 11 colorized coins. It pictures the Neil Armstrong moon landing with him proudly standing next to the American Flag. It’s an inspiring image that truly displays American pride and spirit of adventure and advancement.