On a coin, particularly certain US coins, the letters “FG” stand for Frank Gasparro.
Frank Gasparro was a US Mint sculptor-engraver who later became the Chief Engraver. His initials, “FG,” appear on the reverse side (the side with the eagle or design, as opposed to the portrait side) of several coins he designed, including:
- The Lincoln Memorial Cent (1959-2008): His initials appear on the bottom right of the memorial building.
- The Kennedy Half Dollar: His initials are located between the eagle’s left leg (when viewing the coin from the front) and the tail feathers.
- The Eisenhower Dollar: His initials are located just below the eagle’s tailfeather.
- The Susan B. Anthony Dollar: His initials appear below Ms. Anthony’s left shoulder on the obverse (front) and on the reverse (back).
Sometimes, due to errors or die polishing, the “FG” initials might be missing from these coins, which can make them of interest to collectors.
What does FG mean on a coin worth?
The FG on the front and back of the coin, by the way, is just the designer initials – for Frank Gasparro. Nothing of any significance, and all the coins should have them.
What does FG mean on a 1979 dollar coin?
Own a piece of history with this 1979 Susan B Anthony Liberty FG – Frank Gasparro ONE DOLLAR U.S. Coin. This beautiful coin features the iconic Susan B Anthony on one side and a majestic eagle on the other. Minted in Philadelphia in 1979, this coin has been circulated and is a great addition to any coin collection.
What is an FG coin?
Good point! And look for the designer’s initials of FG between the eagle’s right face ing leg. And its tail feathers. Now FG stands for Frank Gasparro the 10th chief coiner of the US Mint.