Following the authorization of Public Law 105-268, The United States Mint produced its very first bimetallic coin in honor of the 200^th anniversary of the Library of Congress. Struck with equal parts gold and platinum, these beautiful pieces were also the very first commemorative coins of the new millennium. Right now, 2000-W Proof $10 US Mint Bimetallic Commemorative Library of Congress Coins are available to purchase online from JM Bullion.

Coin Highlights:

• Available to you in a display case with a Certificate of Authenticity!
• Celebrates the 200^th anniversary of the Library of Congress!
• Incredible bimetallic specimen!
• Contains 0.2509 oz of platinum and 0.2509 oz of gold.
• The face value of $10 (USD) is fully backed by the United States.
• The hand of Minerva raising a torch is depicted on the obverse.
• The Library of Congress seal features in the reverse design.
• Proof visuals.

In the year 2000, The Library of Congress turned 200 years old. The oldest institution in America, this library consists of three main buildings in Washington DC, and an additional conservation center in Virginia. This historic institution is managed by the Librarian of Congress, a prestigious position that has only been held by 14 individuals. Currently, the role is occupied by Carla Hayden, who is both the first African American and the first woman to hold the position.

Each 2000 $10 US Mint Bimetallic Commemorative Library of Congress Coin in this JM Bullion listing online was struck by the United States Mint at the West Point branch in New York. These unique collectible coins include both gold and platinum and are enhanced by proof visuals. They will arrive housed in a presentation case along with a Certificate of Authenticity.

The obverse of 2000-W Proof $10 Bimetallic Commemorative Library of Congress Coins features the hand of Minerva. The Roman goddess of wisdom, Minerva is seen here holding a torch with the Jefferson building in the background. Inscriptions on the obverse field read In God We Trust, Liberty, 2000, Library of Congress.

On the reverse side of 2000-W Proof $10 US Mint Commemorative Coins, we see the seal of the Library of Congress. This image is similar to the US seal and features a heraldic eagle holding arrows and an olive branch in its talons. Also featured are decorative laurels and the Latin phrase E Pluribus Unum. Additional inscriptions on the border read United States of America, Ten Dollars.

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