1981 1/2oz Willa Cather .9167 Gold Medal
The 1981 1/2 oz Gold Commemorative Arts Medal featuring Willa Cather is a notable piece in the Gold Commemorative Arts Medals series. Here are the key details: **Arts Medal Highlights:** - Contains 1/2 troy ounce of gold. - The medal comes in protective packaging to ensure its condition. - Mintage is limited to 200,000 pieces. **Design:** - **Obverse:** Features a portrait of Willa Cather, an acclaimed American author known for her novels about frontier life. - **Reverse:** Depicts a woman plowing a field, symbolizing the hardworking spirit and heritage of America. **Additional Information:** - The Gold Commemorative Arts Medals series was initiated in 1980 and concluded in 1984, making this medal the fourth release in the series. - These medals honor significant American artists across various disciplines, including writers, singers, sculptors, and architects. - The series holds historical significance as it bridges the era between the outlawing of gold ownership in the early 1930s and the launch of the American Eagle bullion program in 1986. **Investment Benefits:** - Fractional gold pieces like this 1/2 oz medal typically offer higher liquidity compared to larger 1 oz gold coins, making them easier to buy, sell, and trade. - Collecting these medals not only offers a bullion investment but also a piece of American cultural heritage. To enhance your collection or as a gift, consider adding a display or gift box to protect and showcase the medal. Adding the 1/2 oz Gold Commemorative Arts Medal to your cart today allows you to invest in a piece of U.S. history that celebrates the nation's artistic achievements.