The First Spouse Series from the United States Mint pays tribute to the First Ladies who played a role in the nation’s history alongside their Presidential spouses. This series follows the chronological order of U.S. Presidents, with each First Lady appearing in the collection after her husband has been honored in the $1 Presidential Coin Series. Right now, BullionMax has the 2013-W 1/2 oz US Mint First Spouse Ida McKinley Gold Coin available for purchase.

Coin Highlights:

• Arrives in an acrylic slab!
• 26th release in the First Spouse Series!
• Limited mintage of just 2,008 coins!
• Contains 1/2 Troy oz of .9999 pure gold.
• Face value of $10 (USD), fully backed by the U.S. government.
• Certified Mint State 70 by the Professional Coin Grading Service.
• Obverse features a portrait of Ida McKinley.
• Reverse shows her crocheting.
• Includes a “W” mint mark from the West Point Mint.

Each of the 2013-W 1/2 oz US Mint First Spouse Ida McKinley Gold Coins available here has received a perfect MS70 grade. This means the coin is in flawless condition, showing its original mint luster without any noticeable imperfections.

Ida McKinley, born Ida Saxton in 1847, was known for breaking social norms of her time. She worked as a cashier at her father’s bank, a role typically held by men. She married William McKinley in 1871, and though she later became First Lady, her health had declined significantly before she even entered the White House. Throughout her time as First Lady, her health struggles were well-known, and President McKinley was deeply committed to ensuring her well-being.

On the obverse of the 2013-W First Spouse Ida McKinley Gold Coin, you’ll find a left-facing portrait of Ida McKinley. Her husband was known for his devotion to her, often adjusting White House traditions to accommodate her needs. One example was his decision to seat her next to him at state dinners, rather than following the standard protocol of the time.

The reverse of the 2013-W 1/2 oz First Spouse Gold Coin features an image of her hands as she crochets. Despite her health difficulties, Mrs. McKinley spent much of her time crocheting slippers, which she donated to charity, with proceeds benefiting children’s causes.

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