Cancer is a widespread and often devastating disease that can affect virtually any part of the body in many different forms. Breast cancer is one of its more common forms. Among women and men, breastcancer.org data estimated that more than 250,00 Americans would receive an invasive breast-cancer diagnosis in 2018.
At the time of original publication, the article described the following: Since 1989, however, the breast-cancer outlook has improved considerably. Doctors have reported stronger survival rates and better prognoses, aided by greater awareness, early-detection efforts, medical progress, and broader movement toward healthier lifestyles. The original article also stated that, since 1990, survival rates had increased by 34 percent compared with earlier years.
On April 29, 2016, Congress passed the Breast Cancer Awareness Commemorative Coin Act to recognize the need to educate the public about this potentially fatal illness. The commemorative piece honors lives lost, lives saved, and lives affected by breast cancer, along with those working persistently to overcome it through research and treatment.
More Than Just a Collectible
The commemorative coin was also intended to support its associated cause. Surcharges from its sales were directed to ongoing research through the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF). That built-in contribution added personal meaning to this attractive collectible for coin buyers, dealers, and collectors, particularly those interested in gold coins.
The series consisted of three coins: a first-strike uncirculated silver dollar, an uncirculated rose-gold $5 coin, and a rose-gold $5 proof. Each was packaged with a “Running Man” pink-ribbon label created in collaboration with Susan B. Komen, described as the nation’s largest breast-cancer organization. Beyond the U.S. Mint’s donation to BRCF, the original article reported that Cable Shopping Network would donate at least $2 to Komen for every coin sold.
First Rose Gold Coin Represents Pink Ribbon Campaign
At the time this article was published, the Breast Cancer Awareness Commemorative Coin was described as the only U.S. Mint commemorative struck in pink-toned rose gold. That metal choice referenced the pink ribbons worn each October for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a campaign launched in 1991. Emily Damstra, an artist in the United States Mint Artistic Infusion Program, created the designs for both sides.
A Distinctive Addition to a Coin Collection
The original article presented the Breast Cancer Awareness Commemorative Coin as a strong beginning for a collection or a striking addition to an established one. Its unusual color and charitable purpose set it apart. It also noted that reputable dealers value U.S. Mint collectibles for their investment value, dependable composition, and carefully made production.
When this article was originally published, Atlanta Gold & Coin Buyers was described as an award-winning, trusted dealer that could assist people in building a collection. The article stated that the business bought and sold many types of coins at published, competitive rates and offered free appraisals. At publication, readers were invited to call 404-236-9744 for information or an appointment concerning the coin.
