NGC Special Labels and Designations for the 1776-2026 Liberty Bell Coins and Medal

The US Mint has announced the first non-round coinage in recent US history, as the Freedom Ringing – 1776-2026 Liberty Bell One-Half Ounce and One Ounce Gold Coins and One-Half Ounce Silver Medal are available for sale on July 16, 2026. The 1776-2026 Liberty Bell One-Half Ounce Gold Coin, 1776-2026 Liberty Bell One Ounce Gold Coin, and 1776-2026 Liberty Bell One-Half Ounce Silver Medal each have mintage limits of 2,026 and a household limit of one.

To accompany certified coins and medals, NGC® is offering a variety of special labels and designations that enhance the coins and medal and mark the occasion of their release, including the popular NGC Early Releases and First Releases labels, as well as the America250™ US Flag label.

Uniquely minted for 2026 in limited quantities because of the high level of detail and precision required to produce each coin and medal, the Freedom Ringing – 1776-2026 Liberty Bell Gold Coins and Silver Medal were created in celebration of the Semiquincentennial of our nation’s founding. The Liberty Bell-shaped coins and medal are the first non-round coinage in recent US history, with the Liberty Bell long standing as a symbol of freedom and equality in many forms to many Americans.

Now, the US Mint is proudly honoring 250 years of American independence with the Freedom Ringing – Liberty Bell in a striking limited-edition design. After years of planning and innovation, the coins and medal were handloaded and pressed in the Research and Development Lab of the Philadelphia Mint. The finished product culminates in these unique coins and medal, which herald the Liberty Bell’s timeless message of hope and perseverance as inscribed upon the bell, to "Proclaim Liberty Throughout All the Land Unto All the Inhabitants Thereof."

The Semiquincentennial is an opportunity for Americans to reflect on the nation's past, present, and future, while celebrating the contributions of all Americans throughout history during the nation's 250th anniversary. NGC is proud to have partnered with America250™ to celebrate this important event in American and numismatic history.

The US Mint is releasing several special one-year-only changes to popular American coinage, which include special numismatic coins and medals in 2026 that feature unique designs and enhancements to mark the occasion. Many of these coins also feature the dual dates of “1776” and “2026,” reminiscent of the one-time changes made for the United States Bicentennial 50 years ago, including the Liberty Bell Coins and Medal. The NGC America250™ certification label will be available for each of these upcoming coveted releases.

Additionally, all submitters of 1776-2026 Liberty Bell Coins and Medal can select the popular NGC Early Releases or First Releases designations if they are received by NGC within the first 30 days of release.

Submission Instructions:

• Submit Silver Medals under the Modern tier or higher. Submit Gold Coins under the Express tier or higher.
• Coins do not need to be submitted in the US Mint packaging.

The following designations are available for these coins:

Designation options	Fee	Directions
Early Releases	+$18	On the US submission form, select Early Releases under Box 7. See cut-off dates here.
First Releases	+$18	On the US submission form, select First Releases under Box 7. See cut-off dates here.

The following labels are available for these coins:

Label options	Fee	Directions
America250™ US Flag #2830	+$8	Request America250™ US Flag #2830 on your submission form. (Early Releases and First Releases designations are available on this label for an additional $18 fee, if applicable.)
Philadelphia Liberty Bell #855	+$8	Request Philadelphia Liberty Bell #855 on your submission form. (Early Releases and First Releases designations are available on this label for an additional $18 fee, if applicable.)
Early Releases #378	Included with fee for Early Releases designation (+$18)	Select Early Releases and enter Early Releases #378 on your submission form.
First Releases #379	Included with fee for First Releases designation (+$18)	Select First Releases and enter First Releases #379 on your submission form.
NGC Standard Brown #377	Free	By request. Enter Standard Brown Label #377 on your submission form.

Questions? Contact NGC Customer Service at service@NGCcoin.com or 1-855-472-3310.

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Bulk submissions

With the exception of qualifying FUN Show submissions, NGC’s First Day of Issue designation and labels are available for select bulk submissions only. To qualify for First Day of Issue, coins must be purchased within one day of the first day that a mint makes a new coin issue available for sale and must be received by NGC or an NGC-approved depository within one week of the release date. NGC will require that the submitter provide adequate evidence (including purchase receipts) to demonstrate the date when the coins were purchased.

For bulk submissions, contact SalesNGC@collectiblesgroup.com or 1-855-472-3310.