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United States Army Silver Dollar Coin

Year of Issue

2011

Authorizing Legislation

Public Law 110-450

Background

The Secretary of the Treasury was authorized to mint and issue $5 gold, $1 silver and half-dollar clad coins in recognition and celebration of the founding of the U.S. Army. As authorized in Public Law 110-450, the United States Mint produced gold, silver and clad coins in both proof and uncirculated qualities. The designs are emblematic of the traditions, history and heritage of the U.S. Army and its role in American society from the Colonial period to today.

Characteristics

Obverse: This design depicts the busts of a male and female soldier, symbolizing worldwide deployment of the 21st century U.S. Army.

Reverse: This design symbolizes the seven core values of the U.S. Army. The design features an image of the Great Seal of the United States, worn on Army dress and service uniforms since the early 1800's.

Obverse Inscriptions

  • LIBERTY
  • IN GOD WE TRUST
  • 2011

Reverse Inscriptions

  • UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
  • E PLURIBUS UNUM
  • U.S. ARMY
  • ONE DOLLAR
  • LOYALTY
  • DUTY
  • RESPECT
  • SELFLESS SERVICE
  • HONOR
  • INTEGRITY
  • PERSONAL COURAGE

Mint and Mint Mark

Specifications

  • Denomination: One Dollar
  • Composition: 90 percent silver, 10 percent copper
  • Diameter: 1.500 inches (±0.003) or 38.10 mm (±0.08)
  • Weight: 26.730 grams nominal
  • Edge: Reeded
  • Mintage Limit: 500,000 (across all product options)

Artist Credits