Bahamas Gold $100 Dollars Discovery of the New World - Christopher Columbus CoinChristopher Columbus was an Italian explorer who completed four voyages across the Atlantic Ocean, opening the way for European exploration of the Americas. Sponsored by Spain in 1492, he sought a route to Asia but landed in the Caribbean. His expeditions marked the beginning of centuries of transatlantic colonisation and exchange. Mintage: 5,000 Mint: Perth Mint Comes in capsule with CoA No official outer box. 6. 48 grams of 90% Gold 5. 83 grams AGW