2012 (W) Proof Caroline Harrison First Spouse Ten Dollar Gold

Strike Type

Coin Details

Year

2012

Denomination

Gold Bullion

Mint Mark

Strike Type

Proof

Series

First Spouse Gold 2007 to Date

Designer

Frank Morris/Donna Weaver

Mintage

3,046

Composition

99.99% Gold

Weight

15.55g

Diameter

26.5mm

Edge

Reeded

Value Estimates

$10,678

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: $1,116
Sold: 5 June 2013
Grade: PR70
Auction house: Heritage Auctions

Description

The 2012 (W) Proof Caroline Harrison First Spouse Ten Dollar Gold is a proof $10 gold coin struck at the West Point Mint, part of the First Spouse Gold 2007 to Date series. The West Point Mint struck 3,046 proof Caroline Harrison First Spouse $10 gold coins dated 2012. The obverse features a portrait of Caroline Harrison and the reverse displays a scene from her life. Wife of Benjamin Harrison who was accomplished in painting, particularly china painting, and advocated for women's education. 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. Struck at the West Point Mint, originally a bullion depository that became a full coin production facility, specializing in commemorative and bullion issues. Struck in 99.99% gold, weighing 15.55 grams, 26.5 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #512934.