2011 (W) Lucy Hayes First Spouse Ten Dollar Gold

Strike Type

Coin Details

Year

2011

Denomination

Gold Bullion

Mint Mark

Strike Type

Regular Strike

Series

First Spouse Gold 2007 to Date

Designer

Susan Gamble/Barbara Fox

Mintage

2,196

Composition

99.99% Gold

Weight

15.55g

Diameter

26.5mm

Edge

Reeded

Value Estimates

$5,058 - $5,058

Values as of May 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.

Auction Record

$2,200 MS70 12-02-2012 Great Collections

Description

The 2011 (W) Lucy Hayes First Spouse Ten Dollar Gold was struck at the West Point Mint as a dollar in the First Spouse Gold 2007 to Date series. With a mintage of 2,196, this is a rare issue — ranked 2nd of 4 mint variants by mintage, with 22% 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 Rutherford B. Hayes, known as "Lemonade Lucy" for banning alcohol at the White House; she was the first First Lady with a college degree. The reverse depicts the first Easter Egg Roll at the White House. A modern issue from an era of rotating coin designs, collector-focused programs, and renewed interest in numismatic artistry. The West Point Mint, once a bullion depository, became a full production facility specializing in commemorative and bullion coinage. Estimated market value is approximately $5.1K. Struck in 99.99% gold, weighing 15.55 grams, 26.5 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #506968.