The U.S. Mint’s First Spouse Gold Coin program, which ran from 2007 to 2016, was a well-liked series that commemorated renowned Presidential spouses from Martha Washington to Barbara Bush in the early 1990s. Lucy Hayes, the wife of President Rutherford B. Hayes, was one of the most admired figures among them, renowned for her remarkable moral convictions, sharp mind, charisma, and empathy. Right now, BGASC offers the 2011-W 1/2 oz Proof US Mint First Spouse Lucy Hayes Gold Coin for purchase online.

Highlights:

• Arrives in a wooden case with a Certificate of Authenticity included!
• Struck in 2011 and is the 19th coin in the First Spouse Gold Coin program!
• Contains 1/2 Troy oz of .9999 pure gold.
• Face value is $10 (USD).
• The obverse field offers a portrait of Lucy Hayes.
• On the reverse field is an image of the first White House Easter Egg Roll in 1878.

BGASC has the 2011-W 1/2 oz Proof US Mint First Spouse Lucy Hayes Gold Coin available to you in its wooden case from the US Mint. The coin comes with a Certificate of Authenticity as well.

Obverse

The obverse of the 2011-W Proof First Spouse Lucy Hayes Gold Coin features a portrait of the former First Lady. Despite being an advocate for temperance, Lucy Hayes was known for her skills as a hostess, and her influence is still evident in White House tradition. One of her lasting contributions was organizing the first-ever Easter Egg Roll in 1878, a joyful event that saw hundreds of children taking part in the festivities.

Reverse

On the 2011-W 1/2 oz Proof US Mint Lucy Hayes Gold Coin’s reverse field depicts the inaugural Easter Egg Roll, an event that became a cherished tradition and featured prominently in Lucy Hayes’ legacy.

History

Lucy Hayes, one of the most popular First Ladies, was fondly referred to as “Mother Lucy” due to her support for her husband’s troops during the Civil War. This endearing figure is honored in the First Spouse Gold Coin program with a coin featuring her portrait.

Ordering

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