Obverse: The obverse of the 1979-S $2 proof coin features a portrait of George Washington facing right. The portrait is surrounded by the inscriptions "LIBERTY," "IN GOD WE TRUST," "1776-1976," and "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA."
Reverse: The reverse of the 1979-S $2 proof coin features an image of the Statue of Liberty standing on a pedestal. The pedestal is surrounded by the inscriptions "E PLURIBUS UNUM," "ONE DOLLAR," and "TWO HUNDREDTH ANNIVERSARY OF THE BIRTH OF GEORGE WASHINGTON."
Edge: The edge of the 1979-S $2 proof coin is reeded.
Specifications:
- Weight: 31.103 grams
- Diameter: 38.1 millimeters
- Composition: 90% gold, 10% copper
Mintage:
- Proof: 6,538
Designer:
- Obverse: Gilroy Roberts
- Reverse: Dennis R. Williams