Alice Paul First Spouse Gold Coins in 2nd Week of October

So far the United States Mint has just two products to launch in October, and they are the two Alice Paul First Spouse Gold Coins.

Beginning Thursday, October 11, collectors can buy the 2012-W Alice Paul First Spouse Gold Coins with the option of proof or uncirculated finishes. Each will be sold separately and come in a custom-designed hardwood presentation case. These strikes are the first of four in the series with this year’s date, since the U.S. Mint had to overcome production problems that delayed their launch.

Fewer product releases, however, will not equate to less money spent because the upcoming coins are composed of one half ounce of 24-karat gold. If the price of gold in the precious metals market remains steady until next Thursday’s debut, then the proof version will cost collectors $1,054 a piece and the uncirculated will be $1,041 each. Actual prices are determined next Wednesday before launch.

The U.S. Mint has separate online product pages for ordering the proof and uncirculated coins. Availability will start at 12:00 noon ET. In addition to the Mint’s website, purchases may also be made by phone via the U.S. Mint’s toll-free phone number at 1-800-USA-MINT.

Below is an updated list of the next items on the U.S. Mint’s product schedule for the remainder of the year, but it is subject to change.