Each release in the United States Mint’s First Spouse Series honors a different First Lady from American history. From Martha Washington to the influential First Ladies of the modern era, this series showcases the unique contributions of each presidential spouse. The 2015-W 1/2 oz US Mint First Spouse Bess Truman Gold Coin is now available at BullionMax.

Coin Highlights:

• Comes with an individual plastic slab!
• 35th issue in the First Spouse Series!
• Final mintage of 1,946 coins!
• Contains 1/2 Troy oz of .9999 pure gold.
• The face value of $10 (USD) is fully backed by the US government.
• Graded Mint State 70 by the Professional Coin Grading Service.
• Obverse features a portrait of First Lady Bess Truman.
• Reverse includes a steam locomotive wheel and crank honoring the 1948 Whistle Stop campaign.
• Bears a W mint mark from the West Point Mint.

Bess Truman, unlike many of the First Ladies before her, preferred to keep a low public profile. While her husband, Harry S. Truman, served as president, she remained dedicated to her family and worked behind the scenes to support his career. She was a trusted advisor to the president and played a vital role in his political journey.

All 2015-W 1/2 oz US Mint First Spouse Bess Truman Gold Coins available here have been graded Mint State 70. This designation means the coin is in perfect condition, with no flaws and full original mint luster.

The obverse of the 2015-W US Mint First Spouse Bess Truman Gold Coin features a detailed portrait of First Lady Bess Truman. Known for her sharp intellect and keen political insight, she balanced her public responsibilities with her private nature.

On the reverse of the 2015-W 1/2 oz First Spouse Bess Truman Gold Coin, you’ll find a steam locomotive wheel and crank. This design represents her involvement in the 1948 Whistle Stop Campaign, where President Truman traveled across the country giving speeches from the back of a train. This campaign played a key role in his unexpected victory in the election.

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