2007-W 1/2 Ounce Dolley Madison Gold Proof $10 First Spouse Coin
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Original Owner
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Only 17,943 minted!. |
The obverse of the Dolley Madison First Spouse Gold Coin bears a portrait designed and sculpted by United States Mint Sculptor–Engraver Don Everhart. Included on the coin are the inscriptions “Dolley Madison” and “1809–1817″–the years she served as First Spouse. Additional inscriptions include “In God We Trust,” “LIBERTY” and “2007.”
The image on the coin’s reverse, which was designed by Artistic Infusion Program (AIP) Master Designer Joel Iskowitz and sculpted by United States Mint Sculptor–Engraver Don Everhart, depicts Dolley Madison saving the Cabinet papers and the renowned Gilbert Stuart portrait of George Washington, as she was forced to flee the White House in advance of approaching British troops in August 1814. Inscriptions on the coin’s reverse include “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “E Pluribus Unum,” “$10,” “1/2 OZ.” and “.9999 Fine Gold.”
Denomination: | $10 |
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Finish: | Proof |
Composition: | 99.99% Gold |
Diameter: | 1.043 inches (26.50 mm) |
Weight: | 0.500 troy oz. (15.55 grams) |
Edge: | Reeded |
Mint and Mint Mark: | West Point – W |
Privy Mark: | None |