First Spouse Gold Coins - In 2007, the United States Mint released the first four coins in a series of Gold First Spouse Coins. These coins are the government's first 1/2 oz 24-karat gold coins. They are also the first commemorative 1/2 oz gold coins. With a face value of $10, these .9999 fine gold coins are minted and released annually in the order the First Ladies served in the White House. The First Spouse Coins will be minted in Proof and Uncirculated condition. Each First Spouse Gold Coin will coincide with the release of the four annually circulating Presidential $1 Coins.