Numismatic

2011-W 1/2 oz Gold Julia Grant MS-69 PCGS

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Issued by the United States Mint as part of the First Spouse series, this half-ounce gold coin celebrates Julia Grant. Struck from 0.9999 fine gold at the West Point Mint in New York, the piece has been certified in Mint State 69 condition, showcasing its exceptional preservation and sharp details. The front of the coin features a portrait of Julia Grant, surrounded by the inscriptions of her name, the year 2011, and the traditional mottos of liberty and trust. It also identifies her position as the spouse of the 18th president, who served from 1869 to 1879. On the reverse, the design illustrates a pivotal moment in her life, depicting her courtship with Ulysses S. Grant at her family home, White Haven. The couple first met in 1844 and wed four years after their engagement. Throughout the American Civil War, she traveled extensively to remain close to her husband, witnessing his rise to general and eventually to the presidency of the United States.