The United States Mint has revealed a variety of potential designs for the 2025 American Liberty Gold Coin and Silver Medal. This selection includes 28 obverse and 22 reverse candidates that are under consideration for the upcoming release.
Insight into the American Liberty Program
Since its introduction in 2015, the American Liberty program by the U.S. Mint has set itself apart with its unique design approach. The obverses of these coins feature modern interpretations of Liberty, while the reverses typically depict eagles. One interesting aspect of this series is that it offers gold coins paired with silver medals that share identical designs, with the medals omitting the standard inscriptions usually found on coins.
Detailed Specifications of Coins and Medals
The gold coins in the American Liberty series are struck at the West Point Mint, composed of 24k or .9999 fine gold, possess a denomination of $100, and weigh 1 troy ounce. However, in 2018, the Mint released a smaller 1/10-ounce, $10 gold coin. Conversely, the silver medals are minted at the San Francisco Mint, containing 1 troy ounce of .999 fine silver, except for 2019 when a larger 2.5 troy ounce medal was issued. For the 2025 coin and medal set, the intention is to maintain the traditional 1-ounce specifications for both.
Overview of Candidate Designs
The U.S. Mint has provided images of all 28 obverse and 22 reverse candidate designs for the 2025 American Liberty Gold Coin and Silver Medal. These designs were recently reviewed by both the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) and the Commission of Fine Arts (CFA) in April. In upcoming coverage, CoinNews will delve into the recommendations and insights provided by these advisory bodies.
Additional Insight on Candidate Designs
The release of potential designs showcases the creativity and innovation that the U.S. Mint is exploring for the 2025 American Liberty series. Each design captures a unique interpretation of Liberty and American symbols, reflecting the evolving nature of these iconic images on the nation’s coinage. The involvement of advisory committees like the CCAC and CFA ensures that the final selected design will resonate with collectors and represent the values of liberty and freedom that are central to American identity.