The First Spouse Series from the US Mint pays tribute to the First Ladies of the United States, honoring them in the order their husbands served in office. Modern First Ladies are only featured in the series after their spouse has passed away. Provident Metals now offers the 2013-W US Mint First Spouse Edith Roosevelt 1/2 oz Gold Coin for purchase.

Highlights:

• Arrives in a protective plastic slab!
• 27th coin in the First Spouse Series!
• Limited mintage of 2,027 coins!
• PCGS label hand-signed by David Hall!
• Contains 1/2 Troy oz of .9999 fine gold.
• Issued with a $10 (USD) face value backed by the US government.
• Certified Mint State 70 by the Professional Coin Grading Service.
• The obverse features a portrait of Edith Roosevelt.
• The reverse highlights her contributions to White House restoration.
• Produced at the West Point Mint with a W mint mark.

Each 2013-W US Mint First Spouse Edith Roosevelt 1/2 oz Gold Coin in this listing is graded Mint State 70 by PCGS. This means the coin has its original mint luster and no visible imperfections. Additionally, each coin is housed in a protective slab with a label that has been hand-signed by David Hall, co-founder of PCGS.

Obverse

The obverse of the 2013-W US Mint First Spouse Edith Roosevelt Gold Coin presents a right-profile portrait of Edith Roosevelt. She played a key role in renovating the White House, overseeing upgrades that modernized the space while preserving its historical significance. Under her leadership, the West Wing was built, separating the executive offices from the First Familys residence. Inscriptions read EDITH ROOSEVELT, IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, 2013, 26TH, 1901-1909, and the W mint mark.

Reverse

On the reverse of the 2013-W First Spouse Edith Roosevelt 1/2 oz Gold Coin, a column and compass symbolize her efforts in updating the White House. Along with her work on renovations, she contributed to the establishment of the First Ladies Portrait Gallery, which honors those who came before her. Inscriptions include UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, THE WHITE HOUSE RESTORED, E PLURIBUS UNUM, $10, 1/2 OZ., and .9999 FINE GOLD.

History

Edith Roosevelt served as First Lady from 1901 to 1909 while her husband, President Theodore Roosevelt, was in office. She was known for her organizational skills and ability to manage White House affairs while the President was away. Her leadership set important standards that influenced future First Ladies and how they managed their roles.

Ordering

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