2009 1 Oz AOCS Mises Institute Murray Rothbard Round PF

Obverse: The obverse of the medallion features the likeness of a young Murray Rothbard in a contemplative pose that one might imagine he would strike while pondering the growing government interference in the free market and the effect that has on personal liberty. The simple hand-sculpted presentation of Rothbard is striking against a polished, mirrored background and reflects the same understated dignity and impact that he has proven to have in the field of economic and political thought. His name is inscribed to the right of the bust.

Reverse: The reverse is adorned with detail from the von Mises family crest. The name of the institute is inscribed above the crest. The following phrases are inscribed on the lower half of the coin: "ADVANCING THE AUSTRIAN SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS"; the AOCS denomination of "FIFTY" representing 1 Oz of silver; the weight, content, and purity of “ONE TROY OUNCE .999 FINE SILVER”; "AOCS APPROVED"; the date, and the words: “LIBERTY, PROPERTY, PEACE” which were ideals Murray Rothbard promoted through his many books and articles.