The United States Mints First Spouse Gold Coin Series honors the women who have served as First Lady of the United States. Among them, Helen Taft stood out for her interest in international culture and politics. Before becoming First Lady, she traveled extensively with her husband, William Howard Taft, gaining insights that would shape her time in the White House. Now, you can purchase 2013-W US Mint First Spouse Helen Taft 1/2 oz Gold Coins online at Provident Metals.

Highlights:

• Arrives in protective slabs!
• 28th release in the First Spouse Series!
• Mintage limited to 1,993 coins!
• Contains 1/2 Troy oz of .9999 pure gold.
• Holds a face value of $10 (USD), issued by the United States.
• Certified Mint State 70 by the Professional Coin Grading Service.
• Obverse features First Lady Helen Tafts portrait.
• Reverse showcases Japanese cherry blossoms.
• Includes a W mint mark from the West Point Mint.

Each of these 2013-W US Mint First Spouse Helen Taft 1/2 oz Gold Coins is graded Mint State 70. This means the coin has its full, original mint luster and no visible flaws. Notably, this release was the first in the series to have a mintage below 2,000 coins.

Obverse

The obverse of 2013-W US Mint First Spouse Helen Taft Gold Coins features a portrait of Helen Taft. Serving as First Lady from 1909 to 1913, she was often called Nellie by those close to her. During her tenure, she played a key role in bringing cultural enrichment to the White House. The inscriptions read HELEN TAFT, IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, 2013, 27TH, 1909-1913, and the W mint mark.

Reverse

On the reverse of 2013-W First Spouse Helen Taft 1/2 oz Gold Coins, an image of Japanese cherry blossoms reflects one of her most enduring contributions. After visiting Japan, Helen Taft admired the beauty of cherry blossom trees and advocated for their planting along the Potomac River in Washington, D.C. Today, these trees are a beloved symbol of the city. The inscriptions include UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, E PLURIBUS UNUM, $10, 1/2 OZ., and .9999 FINE GOLD.

History

Helen Tafts time as First Lady began with personal challenges, as she suffered a stroke shortly before her husbands inauguration. Through perseverance, she regained her strength and returned to her social and public duties, leaving a lasting legacy in the White House.

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