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Bronze duplicate of Congressional Gold Medal
Public Law:
110-095
Obverse
Designer:
Don Everhart
Engraver:
Don Everhart
Description:
The obverse features Dr. DeBakey in full scrubs with the surgery in the background.
The obverse design includes the inscriptions “Michael E. DeBakey, M.D." and "Act of Congress 2007”.
Reverse
Designer:
Don Everhart
Engraver:
Don Everhart
Description:
The reverse features an anatomical heart placed prominently over a globe, representing Dr. DeBakey’s
teachings on cardiovascular procedures to surgeons around the world. The heart is encircled by a
ribbon with the inscription, “The Pursuit of Excellence has been my Objective in Life”, a quote by Dr. DeBakey.
Obverse:
[Hi-Res Image : 2.2 MB]
Reverse:
[Hi-Res Image : 2.2 MB]
Louis Braille Bicentennial Silver Dollar
Year: 2009
Public Law: 109-247
Obverse
Designer: Joel Iskowitz
Engraver: Phebe Hemphill
Description: An image of Louis Braille.
Reverse
Designer: Susan Gamble
Engraver: Joseph Menna
Description: A child reading a book in Braille. The word Braille (in Braille code) is depicted in a tactile representation.
Proof
Obverse:
[Hi-Res Image : 879 KB]
Reverse:
[Hi-Res Image : 932 KB]
Uncirculated
Obverse:
[Hi-Res Image : 1.07 MB]
Reverse:
[Hi-Res Image : 1.10 MB]
2009 Abraham Lincoln Commemorative Silver Dollar Program
Year:
2009
Public Law:
109-285
Obverse
Designer:
Justin Kunz
Engraver:
Don Everhart
Description:
The obverse features an image of President Lincoln with the inscriptions LIBERTY, IN GOD WE TRUST and 2009.
Reverse
Designer:
Phebe Hemphill
Engraver:
Phebe Hemphill
Description:
The reverse features the last 43 words of the Gettysburg Address, encircled in a laurel wreath, a curling banner with Lincoln's signature, and the inscriptions UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, ONE DOLLAR and E PLURIBUS UNUM.
Proof
Obverse:
[Hi-Res Image : 953 KB]
Reverse:
[Hi-Res Image : 978 KB]
Uncirculated
Obverse:
[Hi-Res Image : 1.17 MB]
Reverse:
[Hi-Res Image : 1.19 MB]
District of Columbia
Reverse: "Duke Ellington"
Description:
Features native son Duke Ellington, the internationally renowned composer and musician, seated at a grand piano with the inscriptions, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, DUKE ELLINGTON and JUSTICE FOR ALL, the District's motto.
Sculptor: Don Everhart
Proof
Reverse: [Hi-Res Image : 102 KB]
Uncirculated
Reverse: [Hi-Res Image : 583 KB]
Commonwealth of Puerto Rico
Reverse:
"Sentry Box"
Description:
Features a historic sentry box and a hibiscus flower with the inscriptions, PUERTO RICO and Isla del Encanto, which means "Isle of Enchantment."
Sculptor:
Joseph Menna
Proof
Reverse: [Hi-Res Image : 118 KB]
Uncirculated
Reverse: [Hi-Res Image : 589 KB]
Guam
Reverse:
"Flying Proa, Latte Stone and Island"
Description:
Depicts the outline of the island, a flying proa (a seagoing craft built by the Chamorro people), a latte stone (an architectural element used as the base of homes) and the inscriptions, GUAM and Guahan I Tanó ManChamorro, which means "Guam - Land of the Chamorro."
Sculptor:
Jim Licaretz
Proof
Reverse: [Hi-Res Image : 84 KB]
Uncirculated
Reverse: [Hi-Res Image : 534 KB]
American Samoa
Reverse:
"Ava Bowl, Whisk and Staff"
Description:
Depicts the ava bowl ("tanoa"), whisk and staff in the foreground with a coconut tree on the shore in the background and the inscriptions, AMERICAN SAMOA and SAMOA MUAMUA LE ATUA, the motto of American Samoa, which means "Samoa, God is First."
Sculptor:
Charles Vickers
Proof
Reverse: [Hi-Res Image : 119 KB]
Uncirculated
Reverse: [Hi-Res Image : 611 KB]
U.S. Virgin Islands
Reverse:
"Banana Quit, Yellow Cedar and Islands"
Description:
Features an outline of the three major islands, the yellow breast or banana quit, its official bird; the yellow cedar or yellow elder, the official flower; and a Tyre Palm Tree with the inscriptions, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS and United in Pride and Hope, the official motto of the territory.
Sculptor:
Joseph Menna
Proof
Reverse: [Hi-Res Image : 108 KB]
Uncirculated
Reverse: [Hi-Res Image : 545 KB]
Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands
Reverse:
"Carolinian Canoe, Latte Stone and Mwar"
Description:
Represents the wealth of the islands in its natural resources of land, air and sea. Near the shore stands a large limestone latte, the supporting column of ancient indigenous Chamorro structures. A canoe of the indigenous Carolinians represents the people's seafaring skills across vast distances. Two white fairy tern birds fly in characteristic synchrony overhead. A Carolinian mwar (head lei) composed of plumeria, langilang (Ylang Ylang), angagha (peacock flower) and teibwo (Pacific Basil) borders the bottom of the design near the inscription, NORTHERN MARIANA ISLANDS.
Sculptor:
Phebe Hemphill
Proof
Reverse: [Hi-Res Image : 118 KB]
Uncirculated
Reverse: [Hi-Res Image : 612 KB]
2009 Lincoln Bicentennial One Cent Obverse
Obverse: Bears the likeness of President Lincoln
Engraver: Victor D. Brenner
Uncirculated
Reverse: [Hi-Res Image : 406 KB]
Birth and Early Childhood in Kentucky Reverse
Designer: Richard Masters
Sculptor: Jim Licaretz
Description: This reverse features a log cabin that represents Lincoln’s humble beginnings in Kentucky.
Uncirculated
Reverse: [Hi-Res Image : 2.06 MB]
Formative Years in Indiana Reverse
Designer: Charles Vickers
Sculptor: Charles Vickers
Description: This reverse depicts a young Lincoln educating himself while working as a
rail splitter in Indiana.
Uncirculated
Reverse: [Hi-Res Image : 1.23 MB]
Professional Life in Illinois Reverse
Designer: Joel Iskowitz
Sculptor: Don Everhart
Description: This reverse depicts the young professional Abraham Lincoln in front
of the State Capitol in Illinois.
Uncirculated
Reverse: [Hi-Res Image : 1.36 MB]
Presidency in DC Reverse
Designer: Susan Gamble
Sculptor: Joseph Menna
Description: This reverse features the half finished United States Capitol dome.
Uncirculated
Reverse: [Hi-Res Image : 1.75 MB]
2009 Native American $1 Coin
Year:
2009
Public Law:
110-82
Spread of Three Sisters Reverse
Designer:
Norm Nemeth
Engraver:
Norm Nemeth
Description:
Features a Native American woman planting seeds in a field of corn,
beans and squash and the inscriptions UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and $1.
Uncirculated
Obverse: [Hi-Res Image : 817 KB]
Reverse: [Hi-Res Image : 853 KB]
Edge-Incused Lettering
Description: The new Presidential $1 coins will
feature edge-incused inscriptions of the year of minting or issuance, "E Pluribus Unum,"
"In God We Trust" and the mint mark. Edge-incused inscription positions vary with each coin.
Uncirculated
[Hi-Res Image : 2.00 MB]
Statue of Liberty Design Reverse
Designer: Don Everhart
Sculptor: Don Everhart
Description: Features a striking rendition
of the Statue of Liberty with the inscriptions "United States of America" and "$1."
Uncirculated
[Hi-Res Image : 3.96 MB]
Proof
[Hi-Res Image : 1.19 MB]
William Henry Harrison Obverse
Designer: Joseph Menna
Sculptor: Joseph Menna
Description: Features an image of William Henry Harrison with the inscriptions "William Henry Harrison", "In God We Trust", "9th President" and "1841."
Uncirculated
[Hi-Res Image : 1.31 MB]
Proof
[Hi-Res Image : 1.18 MB]
John Tyler Obverse
Designer: Phebe Hemphill
Sculptor: Phebe Hemphill
Description: Features an image of John Tyler with the inscriptions "John Tyler", "In God We Trust", "10th President" and "1841-1845."
Uncirculated
[Hi-Res Image : 1.35 MB]
Proof
[Hi-Res Image : 1.21 MB]
James K. Polk Obverse
Designer: Susan Gamble
Sculptor: Charles Vickers
Description: Features an image of James K. Polk with the inscriptions "James K. Polk", "In God We Trust", "11th President" and "1845 -1849."
Uncirculated
[Hi-Res Image : 1.31 MB]
Proof
[Hi-Res Image : 1.22 MB]
Zachary Taylor Obverse
Designer: Don Everhart
Sculptor: Don Everhart
Description: Features an image of Zachary Taylor with the inscriptions "Zachary Taylor", "In God We Trust", "12th President" and "1849 -1850."
Uncirculated
[Hi-Res Image : 1.37 MB]
Proof
[Hi-Res Image : 1.20 MB]
James Monroe Obverse
Designer: Joseph Menna
Sculptor: Joseph Menna
Description: Features an image of James Monroe with the inscriptions "James Monroe," "5th President" and "1817 – 1825."
Uncirculated
[Hi-Res Image : 1.28 MB]
Proof
[Hi-Res Image : 1.19 MB]
John Quincy Adams Obverse
Designer: Don Everhart
Sculptor: Don Everhart
Description: Features an image of John Quincy Adams with the inscriptions "John Quincy Adams", "6th President" and "1825 – 1829."
Uncirculated
[Hi-Res Image : 1.29 MB]
Proof
[Hi-Res Image : 1.11 MB]
Andrew Jackson Obverse
Designer: Joel Iskowitz
Sculptor: Jim Licaretz
Description: Features an image of Andrew Jackson with the inscriptions "Andrew Jackson," "7th President" and "1829- 1837."
Uncirculated
[Hi-Res Image : 1.01 MB]
Proof
[Hi-Res Image : 1.22 MB]
Martin Van Buren Obverse
Designer: Joel Iskowitz
Sculptor: Phebe Hemphill
Description: Features an image of Martin Van Buren with the inscriptions "Martin Van Buren," "8th President" and "1837- 1841."
Uncirculated
[Hi-Res Image : 1.29 MB]
Proof
[Hi-Res Image : 1.19 MB]
George Washington Obverse
Designer: Joseph Menna
Sculptor: Joseph Menna
Description: Features an image of George
Washington with the inscriptions "George Washington," "1st President"
and "1789 – 1797."
Uncirculated
[Hi-Res Image : 4.07 MB]
Proof
[Hi-Res Image : 1.23 MB]
John Adams Obverse
Designer: Joel Iskowitz
Sculptor: Charles Vickers
Description: Features an image of John Adams with the inscriptions "John Adams", "2nd President" and "1797 – 1801."
Uncirculated
[Hi-Res Image : 3.87 MB]
Proof
[Hi-Res Image : 1.10 MB]
Thomas Jefferson Obverse
Designer: Joseph Menna
Sculptor: Joseph Menna
Description: Features an image of Thomas Jefferson with the inscriptions "Thomas Jefferson," "3rd President" and "1801- 1809."
Uncirculated
[Hi-Res Image : 3.74 MB]
Proof
[Hi-Res Image : 1.15 MB]
James Madison Obverse
Designer: Joel Iskowitz
Sculptor: Don Everhart
Description: Features an image of James Madison with the inscriptions "James Madison," "4th President" and "1809- 1817."
Uncirculated
[Hi-Res Image : 3.95 MB]
Proof
[Hi-Res Image : 1.19 MB]
United States Mint Facility: Denver, Philadelphia
Obverse
Engraver: Gilroy Roberts
Description: Depicts a bust of President Kennedy.
Reverse
Engraver: Frank Gasparro
Description: Depicts the Presidential Coat of Arms.
Uncirculated
Obverse:
[Hi-Res Image : 813 KB]
Reverse:
[Hi-Res Image : 967 KB]
Roosevelt Dime
Obverse: depicts a portrait of Roosevelt
Reverse: a torch, an olive branch, and an oak branch.
Engraver: John Sinnock
Uncirculated
Obverse:
[Hi-Res Image : 355 KB]
Reverse:
[Hi-Res Image : 391 KB]
Name of obverse:
"Jefferson, 1800"
Name of reverse:
"Monticello"
Obverse: bears a new image of President Thomas Jefferson based on the Rembrandt Peale painting of 1800
Reverse: restored 1938 design of President Jefferson's Virginia home of Monticello
Obverse Designer: Jamie Franki
Reverse Designer: Felix Schlag
Obverse Engraver: Donna Weaver
Reverse Engraver: Felix Schlag
Proof
Obverse:
[Hi-Res Image : 1.04 MB]
Reverse:
[Hi-Res Image : 1.02 MB]
Uncirculated
Obverse:
[Hi-Res Image : 466 KB]
Reverse:
[Hi-Res Image : 457 KB]
Year: 2009
Public Law: 31 U.S.C. § 5112(i)(4)
U.S. Mint Facility: West Point, NY
Obverse
Designer: Augustus Saint-Gaudens
Description: Saint-Gaudens' Liberty, personified by a statuesque woman striding powerfully forward. Liberty is leading the way with a torch in her front hand and an olive branch in the back hand. The United States Capitol dome is also depicted in the background.
Reverse
Designer: Augustus Saint-Gaudens
Description: A young eagle flying during a sunrise is depicted on the reverse. The motto, "E PLURIBUS UNUM" is on the edge of the coin, allowing a cleaner design on the obverse and reverse.
Obverse [Hi-Res Image: 1.50 MB]
Reverse [Hi-Res Image: 1.56 MB]
Edge-Lettering [Hi-Res Image: 849 KB]
The enhanced reverse proof coin features a frosted background and a brilliant, mirror-like finish on the raised
elements of the coin. This is an enhanced reverse proof version because it is not an exact opposite polish of the
regular proof version. The design elements on the enhanced reverse proof platinum coin were strategically selected
to feature the proof, mirror-like finish in contrast to frosted background design elements to enhance the entire image.
Year: 2007
Public Law: 104-208
U.S. Mint Facility: West Point, NY
Obverse
Designer John Mercanti
Engraver: John Mercanti
Description: "Portrait of Liberty", Lady Liberty looking toward future.
Reverse
Designer Thomas Cleveland
Engraver: Phebe Hemphill
Description: representing the Executive Branch and depicts a bald eagle with its wings spread wide to represent freedom with a shield at the ready to enforce the laws that guarantee those freedoms.
Obverse [Hi-Res Image: 781 KB]
Reverse [Hi-Res Image: 841 KB]
Year: 2008
Public Law: 104-208
U.S. Mint Facility: West Point, NY
Obverse
Designer John Mercanti
Engraver: John Mercanti
Description: "Portrait of Liberty", Lady Liberty looking toward future.
Reverse
Designer Joel Iskowitz
Engraver: Charles Vickers
Description: representing the Judicial Branch, design features Lady Justice, a classic symbol dating back to Greek and Roman times. In her right hand, the scales are suspended from one finger, representing the delicate balance of the law. In the other hand she holds the sword, signifying the power that is held by those making the decision. The bald eagle, our Nation's symbol of power, courage and freedom, is featured watching over our firm foundation of democracy.
Download Hi-Res Images
Obverse [Hi-Res Image: 717 KB]
Reverse [Hi-Res Image: 748 KB]
Year: 1986-Present
Public Law: 99-185
U.S. Mint Facility:Philadelphia, West Point
(mint facility production is not the same for each year)
Obverse Designer: Augustus Saint Gaudens
Description: Modified design of Saint
Gaudens’ U.S. $20 Gold Coin Design, "Standing Liberty".
Reverse Designer: Mrs. Miley Frances Busiek
Description: "Family of Eagles"
motif, symbolizing family tradition and unity.
Obverse:[Hi-Res Image: 1.41 MB]
Reverse:[Hi-Res Image: 1.26 MB]
Year: 1986-Present
Public Law: 99-61 (Liberty Coin Act)
U.S. Mint Facility: Various (Philadelphia,
San Francisco, West Point) – (mint facility production is not the same for each year)
Denver, Co (Uncirculated)
Obverse Designer: Adolph A. Weinman
Description: "Walking Liberty",
from Weinman’s Walking Liberty Half Dollar, minted from 1916-1947.
Reverse Engraver: John Mercanti
Description: Heraldic Eagle with Shield,
symbolizing strength and endurance.
Obverse:[Hi-Res Image: 782 KB]
Reverse:[Hi-Res Image: 650 KB]
Year: 1997-Present
Public Law: 99-61
U.S. Mint Facility: West Point, NY
Obverse Engraver: John Mercanti
Description: "Portrait of Liberty", Lady Liberty looking toward future.
Reverse Engraver: Thomas D. Rogers
Description: Eagle soaring above America.
Download Hi-Res Images
Obverse:[Hi-Res Image: 773 KB]
Reverse:[Hi-Res Image: 756 KB]
Year: 1986-Present
Public Law: 99-185
U.S. Mint Facility: West Point, NY
Obverse Designer: Augustus Saint Gaudens
Description: Modified design of Saint Gaudens' U.S. $20 Gold Coin Design, "Standing Liberty".
Reverse Designer: Mrs. Miley Frances Busiek
Description: "Family of Eagles" motif, symbolizing family tradition and unity.
Download Hi-Res Images
Obverse:[Hi-Res Image: 1367 KB]
Reverse:[Hi-Res Image: 1324 KB]
Year: 1986-Present
Public Law: 99-61
U.S. Mint Facility: West Point, NY
Obverse Designer: Adolph A. Weinman
Description: "Walking Liberty",
from Weinman’s Walking Liberty Half Dollar, minted from 1916-1947.
Reverse Engraver: John Mercanti
Description: Heraldic Eagle with Shield,
symbolizing strength and endurance.
Download Hi-Res Images
Obverse:[Hi-Res Image: 812 KB]
Reverse:[Hi-Res Image: 764 KB]
Year: 2008
Public Law: 104-208
U.S. Mint Facility: West Point, NY
Obverse Designer: John Mercanti
Engraver: John Mercanti
Description: "Portrait of Liberty", Lady Liberty looking toward future.
Reverse Designer: Joel Iskowitz
Reverse Engraver: Charles Vickers
Description: Representing the Judicial Branch, the design features Lady Justice, a classic symbol dating back to Greek and Roman times. In her right hand, the scales are suspended from one finger, representing the delicate balance of the law. In the other hand she holds the sword, signifying the power that is held by those making the decision. The bald eagle, our Nation¿s symbol of power, courage and freedom, is featured watching over our firm foundation of democracy.
Download Hi-Res Images
Obverse:[Hi-Res Image: 856 KB]
Reverse:[Hi-Res Image: 905 KB]
Year: 1986-Present
Public Law: 99-185
U.S. Mint Facility: Philadelphia, West Point (mint facility production is not the same for each year)
Obverse Designer: Augustus Saint Gaudens
Description: Modified design of Saint Gaudens' U.S. $20 Gold Coin Design, "Standing Liberty".
Reverse Engraver: Mrs. Miley Frances Busiek
Description: "Family of Eagles" motif, symbolizing family tradition and unity.
Download Hi-Res Images
Obverse:[Hi-Res Image: 1368 KB]
Reverse:[Hi-Res Image: 1324 KB]
Year: 2006-Present
Public Law: 99-61
U.S. Mint Facility: West Point, NY
Obverse Designer: Adolph A. Weinman
Description: "Walking Liberty", from Weinman's Walking Liberty Half Dollar, minted from 1916-1947.
Reverse Engraver: John Mercanti
Description: Heraldic Eagle with Shield, symbolizing strength and endurance.
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Obverse:[Hi-Res Image: 825 KB]
Reverse:[Hi-Res Image: 762 KB]
American Buffalo Gold Bullion Coin
Year: 2006 – Present
U.S. Mint Facility: West Point
Public Law: 109-145; $1 Presidential Coin Act
of 2005
Obverse
Engraver: James Earle Fraser
Description: Based on the original 1913 Buffalo nickel,
Type 1, as designed by James Earle Fraser -- features a profile of a Native American.
Reverse
Engraver: James Earle Fraser
Description: Based on the original 1913 Buffalo nickel,
Type 1, as designed by James Earle Fraser -- features an American Buffalo (also known as a bison).
Bullion
Obverse:
[Hi-Res Image : 1.29 MB]
Reverse:
[Hi-Res Image : 1.26 MB]
American Buffalo Gold Proof Coin
Year: 2006 – Present
U.S. Mint Facility: West Point
Public Law: 109-145; $1 Presidential Coin Act
of 2005
Obverse
Engraver: James Earle Fraser
Description: Based on the original 1913 Buffalo nickel,
Type 1, as designed by James Earle Fraser -- features a profile of a Native American.
Reverse
Engraver: James Earle Fraser
Description: Based on the original 1913 Buffalo nickel,
Type 1, as designed by James Earle Fraser -- features an American Buffalo (also known as a bison).
Proof
Obverse:
[Hi-Res Image : 1.46 MB]
Reverse:
[Hi-Res Image : 1.20 MB]
American Buffalo Gold Uncirculated Coin
Year: 2008
U.S. Mint Facility: West Point
Authority: 31 U.S.C. § 5112(i)(4)
Obverse
Engraver: James Earle Fraser
Description: Based on the original 1913 Buffalo nickel,
Type 1, as designed by James Earle Fraser -- features a profile of a Native American.
Reverse
Engraver: James Earle Fraser
Description: Based on the original 1913 Buffalo nickel,
Type 1, as designed by James Earle Fraser -- features an American Buffalo (also known as a bison).
Proof
Obverse:
[Hi-Res Image : 1.46 MB]
Reverse:
[Hi-Res Image : 1.20 MB]
2009 First Spouse Gold Coins
Anna Harrison Obverse
Designer: Donna Weaver
Sculptor: Joseph Menna
Anna Harrison Reverse
Designer: Thomas Cleveland
Sculptor: Charles Vickers
Line Art
Obverse:
[Hi-Res Image : 267 KB]
Reverse:
[Hi-Res Image : 558 KB]
Letitia Tyler Obverse
Designer: Phebe Hemphill
Sculptor: Phebe Hemphill
Letitia Tyler Reverse
Designer: Susan Gamble
Sculptor: Norm Nemeth
Line Art
Obverse:
[Hi-Res Image : 255 KB]
Reverse:
[Hi-Res Image : 542 KB]
Julia Tyler Obverse
Designer: Joel Iskowitz
Sculptor: Don Everhart
Julia Tyler Reverse
Designer: Joel Iskowitz
Sculptor: Don Everhart
Line Art
Obverse:
[Hi-Res Image : 391 KB]
Reverse:
[Hi-Res Image : 420 KB]
Sarah Polk Obverse
Designer: Phebe Hemphill
Sculptor: Phebe Hemphill
Sarah Polk Reverse
Designer: Phebe Hemphill
Sculptor: Phebe Hemphill
Line Art
Obverse:
[Hi-Res Image : 249 KB]
Reverse:
[Hi-Res Image : 593 KB]
Margaret Taylor Obverse
Designer: Phebe Hemphill
Sculptor: Charles Vickers
Margaret Taylor Reverse
Designer: Mary Beth Zeitz
Sculptor: Jim Licaretz
Line Art
Obverse:
[Hi-Res Image : 249 KB]
Reverse:
[Hi-Res Image : 486 KB]
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