Obverse: The obverse depicts Franklin D. Roosevelt as Commander-in-Chief standing on the bridge of the USS Houston, wearing his famous boatman's cape, which has become an integral part of his image for many Americans. The name of the president "FRANKLIN DELANO ROOSEVELT", the year "1997" and the US motto "IN GOD WE TRUST" are engraved on the top of the coin.
Reverse: The reverse side shows the presidential seal, the name of the country "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" and the denomination "FIVE DOLLARS".
About the coin: 1997 The Franklin Delano Roosevelt $5 gold coin was issued by the United States as part of a series honoring notable American presidents.