U.S. Money Reserve has launched Liberty's Story, a three-piece set of .9999 pure gold coins, to commemorate America's 250th anniversary and offer a wealth preservation asset. The set, designed by the company's in-house creative team, includes coins weighing 1 oz., 1/4 oz., and 1/10 oz. The announcement was made on July 8, 2026, in Austin, Texas.

The Liberty's Story collection was designed by Sean Hassell, Senior Art Director, and Ryan Buchanan, Chief Creative Officer of U.S. Money Reserve. The coins were produced using CIT's advanced microminting technology and B.H. Mayer Mint's facility. Each coin features Lady Liberty holding a tablet inscribed with 1776 and 2026, along with historic passages from the Declaration of Independence, the Pledge of Allegiance, and the national anthem. The obverse displays an eagle soaring through a "250" framed by 50 stars.

Angela Roberts, CEO of U.S. Money Reserve, stated that the collection honors the enduring ideals of liberty and courage that have united Americans for 250 years. Philip N. Diehl, President of U.S. Money Reserve, highlighted gold's role as a safe-haven asset and portfolio diversifier, noting that the set empowers Americans to celebrate the country's future while protecting their wealth.

Coin Specifications

Ryan Buchanan emphasized the team's effort to capture the significance of American symbols through thoughtful design and meticulous craftsmanship. John Rothans, Chief Procurement Officer, noted that utilizing .9999 gold showcases the world-leading artistry and striking capabilities of the minting partners.

U.S. Money Reserve, founded in 2001, is a distributor of government-issued precious metals products. The company was named the #1 Precious Metals Distributor by Equity Trust Company based on newly opened accounts in 2024 and 2025.

Lake Victoria Gold Ltd. has mobilized an experienced project manager to its fully permitted Imwelo Gold Project in northwestern Tanzania. Charl Coetzee of Sutton Consulting International Limited is now on site to support the approved Tanzanian-led Engineering, Procurement and Construction Management framework. The move follows the Mining Commission's approval of the company's EPCM structure, turning a regulatory milestone into visible activity at the site.

Mr. Coetzee brings approximately 30 years of experience in the construction, commissioning, maintenance, and operation of gold and minerals-processing plants across Africa. His mandate covers field coordination, construction sequencing, contractor and supplier interfaces, and ensuring that incoming infrastructure and activity are organized in a disciplined, practical, and safety-conscious manner.

Project Execution and Partnerships

The EPCM framework designates City Engineering Company Ltd. as the primary EPCM contractor and commercial lead, with Sutton providing international technical support. Near-term workstreams at Imwelo include site clearing, access road upgrades, and construction utility installation. Phase 1 modular camp preparation and infrastructure layout are also underway, alongside procurement support and contractor interface planning.

Marc Cernovitch, President and CEO of Lake Victoria Gold, stated that having Mr. Coetzee on site is an important step in turning planning into execution. The company is advancing Imwelo in a disciplined and compliant manner, utilizing Tanzanian leadership through CECL and international technical support through Sutton.

Strategic Position and Assets

Imwelo is located west of AngloGold Ashanti's Geita Gold Mine and is fully permitted for mine construction and production. It is one of two Tanzanian assets in the Lake Victoria Gold portfolio. The other asset is the 100%-owned Tembo project, which has over fifty thousand meters of drilling and is located adjacent to Barrick's Bulyanhulu Mine.

The company has drawn validation from an equity investment by Barrick and a strategic partnership with Taifa Group. Taifa Mining, a wholly Tanzanian-owned subsidiary of Taifa Group, is the country's largest mining contractor and is set to conduct all contract mining and civil works for the Imwelo project.