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Walking Liberty Centennial Gold Coin
0The last autumn month of the year brings you the 3rd coin. We introduce the 2016 Walking Liberty Centennial Gold Coin (Half Dollar). This will complete- completing the highly anticipated Centennial series from the US Mint. This series commemorates 100 years since the coin’s first mintage. The gorgeous anniversary edition will first sell on November 17th, at noon ET. The US Mint expects this to sell out quickly, like the previous issues of the series. 
The US Mint celebrates 100 years of excellence in the mintage of three iconic 1916 designs. The following 2016 renditions are of the highly regarded coins:
- The Mercury Dime Centennial Gold Coin (April)
- The Standing Liberty Quarter Centennial Gold Coin (September)
- The Walking Liberty Half Dollar Centennial Gold Coin (available on 17th November)
Each of these gold collectibles is a treasurable addition for any numismatist. This is due to their legendary design and exceptional craftsmanship. These beautiful gold coins resemble the original designs of the 1916 circulating coins. They honor the remarkable work of their creators. They refine with stunning business strike finishes. 
Additional Coin Details
Both the reverse and obverse sides of the coin showcase the basic design of the iconic Walking Liberty minted from 1916 to 1947. It bases on the extremely popular American Silver Eagle coin. The American Silver Eagle Coin came in 1986.
The images are courtesy of the famous American sculptor, Adolph A. Weinman. His “W” initial is on the coin’s head. (One of the few differences between the centennial and original coins). On the obverse side is the graceful full-length figure of Lady Liberty. She stands in full stride. The United States flag’s folds envelopes her. She is holding branches of laurel and oak in her left hand. Her right arm extends. The engravings “Liberty,” “In God We Trust”, and “2016” encircle her arm.
The reverse side showcases the majestic American eagle. It is rising from a top perch of a mountain. Also are the inscriptions “Half Dollar,” “E Pluribus Unum,” and “United States of America.” There is also the “W” mintmark, purity, and weight of the coin. (another unique feature of the anniversary edition).
US Mint
This astonishing coin will re-strike at the US Mint West Point Facility. It comes in ½ troy ounce of 99.99% pure (24 Karat) gold. It will also come with a business strike finish and a reed edge. The half-ounce size is representative of the centennial coin’s denomination of half a dollar.
The 2016 Walking Liberty Half Dollar Centennial Gold Coin has a mintage limit of just 70,000 pieces. (lower than the limits for the previous centennial coin issues). Additionally, there is a 3-coin household order limit. Each coin will encapsulate individually. Furthermore, they will display in a hand-packed and custom-designed elegant black matte hardwood presentation case. Finally, they will contain the coin’s Certificate of Authenticity.
The first centennial edition – the 2016 Mercury Dime Gold Coin – went in less than one hour. The mint offers only a few of the 2016 Standing Liberty Quarter Centennial Gold Coins. The low issue of the centennial Walking Liberty promises that this thrilling coin will also be a sought-after keepsake. So, don’t miss your chance to own the last issue of the series.
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