What better way to celebrate America’s 250th birthday than by owning a piece of Lady Liberty?
Americans can now own a piece of history, thanks to Alchemist Mint, a precious metals operation based in Rhode Island.
The mint announced last week that it will be making a limited-edition coin, named Lady Liberty Enlightening the World, made of copper removed from the Statue of Liberty during its 1984-1986 restoration.
The new coin will be the first time an original element of the Statue of Liberty has been transformed into a national artifact, according to Alchemist Mint. All of the remaining preserved copper will be devoted to the production of this historic coin.
Each artifact, which will set buyers back $250 (how appropriate), will be 30mm and octagonal-shaped, individually serialized and edge-engraved. To make them official, each coin will come with documentation verifying its origin and authenticity.
The limited edition artifact will be just as patriotic as you’d expect.
On its face, 50 stars will frame Lady Liberty’s profile with her torch over her heart. On the back will be a laurel wreath with words from the Declaration of Independence, with an American Flag in the background.
Those looking to get their hands on one of these coins can reserve one at reallibertycopper.com with a $25 deposit. If you’re looking to go all out for America’s big birthday and receive a coin with a specific serialized year, you’ll have to pay a bit more and a $50 deposit will be required.
Coins will be available for delivery later this fall.
Whichever version you choose, 20% of net proceeds will be donated, both to the newly established American Liberty Congress and to causes that benefit the military, culture, American history and arts, according to Huron Daily Tribune.
