2008-W 1/2 oz US Mint First Spouse Van Buren’s Liberty Gold Coin PCGS MS70
Product Description
Discover the allure of the 2008-W 1/2 oz US Mint First Spouse Van Burens Liberty Gold Coin a distinguished addition to your collection. This coin stands as the eighth release in the esteemed First Spouse Series by the United States Mint, paying homage to the impactful presidency of Martin Van Buren.
Highlights:
- Safely housed in a PCGS plastic slab!
- The 8th coin in the revered First Spouse Series!
- Commemorates the legacy of President Martin Van Buren!
- Limited availability of flawless, certified coins!
- Contains 1/2 Troy oz of .9999 pure gold.
- Holds a face value of $10 (USD) issued by the United States.
- Achieves a Mint State 70 Grade from the Professional Coin Grading Service.
- The obverse features the iconic Seated Liberty design.
- The reverse presents a captivating depiction of President Van Buren.
- Proudly bears the W mint mark from the West Point Mint.
BGASC offers the 2008-W 1/2 oz US Mint First Spouse Van Buren’s Liberty Gold Coin to you for purchase in perfect condition. Mint State 70 coins exhibit full, original mint luster and have no detractions present.
Obverse
As President Van Buren was unmarried, the First Spouse Series uniquely features the iconic Seated Liberty design on the obverse of each 2008-W US Mint First Spouse Van Burens Liberty Gold Coin. Crafted by Christian Gobrecht, the 3rd Chief Engraver of the US Mint, in 1836, this timeless image portrays Liberty seated on a rock, holding a staff with a Phrygian cap, and with her right hand resting atop the US national shield.
Reverse
On the reverse of the 2008-W 1/2 oz US Mint Van Burens Liberty Gold Coin, President Van Buren is depicted seated beneath a tree near his family home a significant gathering place for open political discourse during his lifetime.
History
Van Buren faced challenges in foreign relations during his presidency. One notable event was the Caroline affair in 1837, involving the burning of the steamboat Caroline by British forces in American territory. While diplomatic tensions arose, a peaceful resolution was eventually achieved, and war was averted.
Ordering
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Specifications
Year | 2008 |
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Condition | MS70 |
Grading Service | PCGS |
Mint Mark | W - West Point |
Metals Purity | .9999 |
Producer | US Mint |
Thickness | 1.88 mm |
Diameter | 26.49 mm |
Condition | Uncirculated |
Denomination | $10 |
Country | United States |
Designer (Obverse) | Christian Gobrecht |
Edge Style | Reeded |
Product Series | First Spouse |
Mintage | 4,334 |
Packaging | PCGS Plastic Slab |
Metal Content | .5 Troy Ounce |
Shipping | Orders over $199 Ship Free |
Certificate of Authenticity | No |
Packaging Dimensions | 3.5 x 2.5 x 0.4 mm |