2009 (W) Sarah Polk First Spouse Ten Dollar Gold

Strike Type

Coin Details

Year

2009

Denomination

Gold Bullion

Mint Mark

Strike Type

Regular Strike

Series

First Spouse Gold 2007 to Date

Designer

Phebe Hemphill/Phebe Hemphill

Mintage

3,501

Composition

99.99% Gold

Weight

15.55g

Diameter

26.5mm

Edge

Reeded

Value Estimates

$5,058

Value as of May 2026, from the one price recorded for this coin. Actual sales can differ. Compare recent sales of similar coins for a closer estimate.

Auction Record

Price realized: $1,663
Sold: 3 March 2013
Grade: MS70
Auction house: Great Collections

Description

Part of the First Spouse Gold 2007 to Date series, the 2009 (W) Sarah Polk First Spouse Ten Dollar Gold is a $10 gold coin from the West Point Mint. The West Point Mint struck 3,501 uncirculated Sarah Polk First Spouse $10 gold coins dated 2009. The obverse features a portrait of Sarah Polk and the reverse displays a scene from her life. Wife of James K. Polk who served as his personal secretary, the only First Lady to have managed presidential correspondence. A modern issue from an era of rotating coin designs, collector-focused programs, and renewed interest in numismatic artistry. Coined at the West Point Mint, which transitioned from bullion depository to a dedicated production facility for commemorative and investment-grade coins. Struck in 99.99% gold, weighing 15.55 grams, 26.5 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #404570.