Issued by the United States Mint to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the iconic Standing Liberty Quarter, this 2016-W Centennial Gold Coin recreates Hermon A. MacNeil's celebrated 1916 design in 1/4 troy ounce of .9999 fine gold. Struck at the West Point Mint, this special release honors one of the most recognizable designs from the Golden Age of American coinage.
The obverse features Lady Liberty holding a shield and olive branch as she stands at a gateway symbolizing the nation's preparedness and desire for peace. The reverse showcases the original soaring eagle design with its wings fully outstretched, surrounded by 13 stars.
Coin Highlights:
- Contains 1/4 troy oz of .9999 fine gold.
- Issued by the United States Mint in 2016.
- Celebrates the 100th anniversary of the 1916 Standing Liberty Quarter.
- Obverse features Hermon A. MacNeil's Standing Liberty design.
- Reverse depicts the original eagle in flight surrounded by 13 stars.
This coin comes housed in a protective capsule.
| Manufacturer: | U.S. Mint |
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| Condition: | New |
| Thickness: | 0.07 inches |
| Weight (Troy Oz): | 0.25 |
| Purity: | .9999+ |
| Diameter: | .5 inches |
