Description
This official World War II 50th Anniversary Commemorative Coin and Victory Medal Set from the U.S. Mint contains an Uncirculated World War II 50th Anniversary Commemorative Clad Half Dollar, along with a striking reproduction of the World War II Victory Medal awarded to all the military personnel who served in the United States Armed Forces between December 7, 1941 and December 31, 1946. The commemorative coin, dated 1991-1995 (but minted in 1993), proudly honors the men and women who participated in the war effort. The obverse features the faces of three Americans from all branches of the armed services. The reverse shows an American soldier engaged in battle on the beach of a Pacific Island. The bronze medal has a diameter of 1.205 inches, a weight of 11.34 grams, and a composition of 92% copper, 8% nickel. The obverse features a figure of Liberation. The reverse shows several inscriptions, separated by a palm branch and surrounded by the words "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 1941 . 1945". Comes with the original government packaging, including a certificate of authenticity.
Minted in 1993 (but dated 1991-1995) this historic half dollar commemorates the 50th anniversary of U.S. involvement in World War II. Designed by George Klauba, the inspiring obverse shows the faces of an airman, sailor and soldier in the foreground, with a large "V" for victory behind and a B-17 bomber flying above. Bill J. Leftwich's detailed reverse depicts a Pacific Islands battle scene.
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