2007 (W) Proof Abigail Adams First Spouse Ten Dollar Gold

Coin Details

Auction Record

$2,185 PR70 11-22-2009 Heritage Auctions

Description

The 2007 (W) Proof Abigail Adams First Spouse Ten Dollar Gold is a proof dollar struck at the West Point Mint, part of the First Spouse Gold 2007 to Date series. With a mintage of 17,149, this is a scarce issue — ranked 0th of 4 mint variants by mintage, with 26% of production. The obverse features a portrait of the presidential spouse (or a representation of Liberty for unmarried presidents) and the reverse displays a scene from the life of the featured spouse. Wife of John Adams and early advocate for women's rights whose famous letters urged her husband to "remember the ladies." The reverse features that iconic inscription from her letter about creating the new Republic. A modern issue from an era of rotating coin designs, collector-focused programs, and renewed interest in numismatic artistry. As a proof issue, this coin was struck multiple times on specially prepared polished planchets using polished dies, producing mirror-like fields and frosted design elements prized by collectors. Struck at the West Point Mint, originally a bullion depository that became a full coin production facility, specializing in commemorative and bullion issues. Estimated market value is approximately $11K. Struck in 99.99% gold, weighing 15.55 grams, 26.5 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #150892.