Murray Rothbard: Latest Addition to Ludwig von Mises Institute Silver Collection

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

American Open Currency Standard Issues Murray Rothbard 1oz Silver and Ludwig von Mises 1oz Copper Medallions

Richardson, Texas (November 22, 2011) – The American Open Currency Standard is proud to announce the release of the official Murray Rothbard Silver Medallion crafted exclusively for the Ludwig von Mises Institute. This proof-like medallion is the second in the prestigious Mises Institute Silver Collection commemorating the contributions of notable advocates of the Austrian school of economic thought.

President of the Ludwig von Mises Institute, Douglas French, said “It is a wonderful coin that honors a fantastic scholar. As his libertarian ideas draw increasing attention, it is a perfect time to release this piece. The world has come to Murray. His ideas are proving to be more prescient than ever. I think he would have laughed. It’s too bad he couldn’t be here to see it; he would have loved it.”

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.

The reverse is adorned with detail from the von Mises family crest along with the words: “LIBERTY, PROPERTY, PEACE” – ideals Rothbard promoted through his many books and articles. This side also carries the weight and purity declarations: “ONE TROY OUNCE .999 FINE SILVER”.

“It is a wonderful coin that honors a fantastic scholar…he would have loved it.“

-Douglas French, President, Ludwig von Mises Institute

“The Ludwig von Mises Institute was founded in 1982 as the research and educational center of classical liberalism, libertarian political theory, and the Austrian School of economics. It serves as the world’s leading provider of educational materials, conferences, media, and literature in support of the tradition of thought represented by Ludwig von Mises and the school of thought he enlivened and carried forward during the 20th century, which has now blossomed into a massive international movement of students, professors, professionals, and people in all walks of life. It seeks a radical shift in the intellectual climate as the foundation for a renewal of the free and prosperous commonwealth.” (www.mises.org)

The American Open Currency Standard began crafting high-grade, commemorative barter rounds for the Mises Institute in 2009 with the release of the Ludwig von Mises Silver Medallion which continues to enjoy considerable popularity around the world.

Along with the release of the Rothbard Silver Medallion, the AOCS is also releasing a copper version of the original Mises medallion. This one ounce .999 fine copper round (seen left) replicates the original Mises design.

These pieces will be available online via the Mises Institute web site store: www.Mises.org/store/.

For more information, contact:
Eddie Allen :: (972) 816-2627 :: eddie@opencurrency.com