2011 (W) Proof Lucy Hayes First Spouse Ten Dollar Gold

Coin Details

Auction Record

$1,540 PR70 01-13-2013 Great Collections

Description

The 2011 (W) Proof Lucy Hayes 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 3,868, this is a rare issue — ranked 0th of 4 mint variants by mintage, with 38% 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. 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 #506978.