American Veterans Silver Medal
- Year of Issue: 2019
Background
The American Veterans Silver Medal is being issued in conjunction with the American Legion 100th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Program.
Characteristics
The obverse (heads) design portrays a bald eagle spreading its wings as it prepares for flight, suggesting the initiative, determination, and personal courage required by those who choose to serve in our nation’s Armed Forces. The five stars represent the five branches of the U.S. Armed Services.
The reverse (tails) design depicts a field of stars symbolizing all American veterans – past, present, and future. A lone incused star below the field represents the veteran who has made the ultimate sacrifice in defending our country. The absence of this star in the field conveys the supreme sense of loss to the nation.
Obverse Inscriptions
- HONORING AMERICA’S VETERANS
Reverse Inscriptions
- SERVICE AND SACRIFICE
Mint and Mint Mark
Specifications
- Composition: 99.9% Silver
- Diameter: 1.500 inches (38.10 mm)
- Weight: 26.730 grams
Artist Information
Obverse- Sculptor: Joseph Menna, Medallic Artist
- Designer: Benjamin Sowards, Artistic Infusion Program
- Sculptor: Renata Gordon, Medallic Artist
- Designer: Richard Masters, Artistic Infusion Program