2016-W 1/2 oz Proof Gold Betty Ford (w/Box & COA)
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2016-W 1/2 oz Proof Gold Betty Ford (w/Box & COA)
Issued in 2016 as part of the celebrated First Spouse series, this half-ounce gold coin celebrates the life and public service of Betty Ford. Struck at the West Point Mint in New York, the coin is composed of 0.9999 fine gold and carries a ten-dollar face value. It represents a modern tribute to the women who have served alongside the nation's presidents. The obverse features a detailed portrait of Betty Ford, accompanied by the inscriptions "LIBERTY", "IN GOD WE TRUST", and the year "2016". The West Point "W" mint mark is also visible on this side, alongside her name and her designation as the 38th First Lady from 1974 to 1977. On the reverse, a symbolic design depicts a woman ascending a staircase. This powerful image represents Betty Ford's dedicated advocacy for breast cancer awareness, women's rights, and recovery from addiction. Surrounding this central image are the inscriptions "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA", "E PLURIBUS UNUM", "$10", and "1/2 OZ. 0.9999 FINE GOLD", confirming its weight and high purity.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 2016 |
| Mint mark | W - West Point |
| Grade | Proof |
| Legal-tender face value | 10 Dollars |
| Metal | Gold |
| Weight | 0.5000 troy oz |
| Purity | .9999 |
| Diameter | 26.49 mm |
| Thickness | 1.88 mm |
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