This is the 19th lap around for FIFA and Eagle National Mint’s got a great commemorative for coin and soccer – I mean “football” lovers – alike.

The 1994 World Cup $5 Gold Coin was issued to celebrate the XV FIFA World Cup Soccer playoff games held in the United States. Also issued were a clad half dollar and silver dollar commemorative coin. There were high hopes for the program, which was expected to appeal to foreign buyers attending or viewing the games.

The obverse of the coin features the World Cup trophy, as designed by William J. Krawzcewicz. The reverse features the 1994 World Cup logo bordered by laurel leaves, as designed by Dean McMullen. This reverse design was used for all three commemorative coins in the program.

The obverse of the coin contains two inscriptions on either side of the trophy reading “Liberty” and “In God We Trust”. The date “1994″ appears beneath the trophy. The reverse of the coin includes “World Cup USA 94″ incorporated into the central logo. Around the outer edge are the additional inscriptions “United States of America”, “Five Dollars”, and “E Pluribus Unum”.

The 1994 World Cup Gold Coin was offered in uncirculated or proof version, both produced at the West Point Mint. The coins were sold individually, or as part of a three-coin proof set, three-coin uncirculated set, and comprehensive six-coin set. The coins were initially offered at discounted prices before regular pricing went into effect.

This commemorative is available only through special order at Eagle National Mint. Call us at 1-800-992-1878

Here’s a look at some of our Bestselling items from our World Coins collection.

French Gold “Lucky” Angel AU+. On the obverse of this brilliant 1877 gold coin from France, the guardian angel Genius inscribes the French Constitution upon a tablet next to a pillar and a rooster. On the reverse is the denomination of 20 Francs and the date encircled by a wreath. Everyone needs a lucky angel. Item #A2067

British Gold Sovereign. The first was minted under Tudor King Henry VII in 1489 (no… not the Tudor king that Jonathan Rhys Meyers portrayed on Showtime’s hit show). This collectible gets its name from the first mintage which depicts the monarch seated majestically on the throne facing outward. The current design type with St. George slaying a dragon on the reverse and the monarch on the front was introduced nearly 200 years ago in 1816 under George III. Item #2518

Australian Lunar Series Proof Gold Tiger 1/10 oz. This quality 99.99% pure gold coin boasts the Year of the Tiger design, celebrated by the Perth Mint’s 2010 Australian Lunar Gold Coin Series. A great gift idea! Gong hei fat choi! Item #A4044

Eagle National Mint specializes in the finest European and American works on paper – lithographs, heliogravure and more – from the Belle Epoque through Art Deco eras. These are not digital reproductions, they’re rare original prints or original works made under the supervision of the artist or renowned dealers (such as Ambroise Vollard).  Most of these stunning and elegant works have been signed by the artists themselves and are highly sought after.

Each print will be matted and framed. Each will come with its own Certificate of Authenticity, too. Eagle National Mint welcomes all inquiries on these rare and original pieces of fine art. Call today for more information so you can add some of these exceptional works to your burgeoning collection. We encourage all interested collectors and art lovers to act soon; as we know at these prices, many of these prints will sell fast.