2009 Proof Gold Coin – First United States Mint – .585 Gold – History of Gold – Limited Mintage

📌 Item Description

Offered for sale is an authentic 2009 proof gold coin from the History of Gold series, commemorating the First United States Mint, established under the Coinage Act of 1792.

This issue honors the founding of the U.S. Mint by Congress and the opening of the first mint facility in Philadelphia, then the nation’s capital. Known historically as “Ye Olde Mint,” it was the first building of the Republic erected under the U.S. Constitution and marked the beginning of federal coinage in the United States.

Struck in .585 gold (14K) with a proof finish, this coin features sharp detail, frosted devices, and reflective fields.

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🔍 Coin Specifications
• Year: 2009
• Series: History of Gold
• Metal: .585 Gold (14K)
• Weight: 0.5 grams (approx. 0.016 oz)
• Diameter: 11 mm
• Finish: Proof
• Mintage: Limited to 9,999 complete collections
• Obverse: First United States Mint
• Reverse: History of Gold

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🪙 Condition
• Excellent proof condition
• No damage, bends, or repairs
• Stored in protective capsule
• Includes original certificate/documentation (see photos)
• Coin pictured is the exact item you will receive

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⭐ Collector & Investment Appeal
• Fractional gold coin with important U.S. numismatic history
• Lower mintage than many modern proof gold issues
• Ideal for collectors of U.S. Mint history, gold, or proof coinage
• Attractive crossover piece for both gold and history enthusiasts

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📦 Shipping
• Secure, careful packaging
• Fast shipping after payment
• Tracking included

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⚠️ Please Note

This is a collector coin, not bullion-only. Value is based on gold content plus historical and numismatic interest.

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🔑 eBay Search Keywords (Backend / Description)

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