The 75th anniversary of the conclusion of one of the deadliest conflicts in human history came about in 2020. The guns of the world finally fell silent in August 1945 with the conclusion of World War II. The United States Mint honored this solemn occasion with the release of SILVER and GOLD COINS in 2020. This 24-karat gold coin was available in limited quantities from the West Point Mint makes the perfect gift for history enthusiasts. This half-ounce gold coin features original, contemporary designs honoring the “Greatest Generation”-Americans who fought one of the gravest threats our country and world ever faced. Coins arrive in protective plastic slabs courtesy of the PCGS or NGC! Issued only in 2020! FIRST DAY OF ISSUE AND SIGNED BY ANNA CABRAL. Mint and Mint Mark: West Point – W. Limited original mintage of only 7,500 coins! Limited availability of certified perfect coins! Contains 1/2 Troy oz of. Bears a Grade of PF70 or PR70 from the Professional Coin Grading Service or Numismatic Guaranty Corporation. American bald eagle on the obverse. Olive tree with sunshine on the reverse. The obverse (heads) design features an eagle in flight grasping an olive branch, symbolizing peace, in its right talon. The design is inspired by the 1945 version of the Great Seal of the United States, where the eagle faces to the right, toward the olive branch. Inscriptions are “LIBERTY, ” “1945, ” and WORLD WAR II. The reverse (tails) design echoes the sun element featured on the obverse of the 1945 World War II Victory Medal. The sun from that medal has, 75 years later, risen to noon day brilliance. It shines on the symbolic olive branches on the left. Inscriptions are “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, ” “E PLURIBUS UNUM, ” “IN GOD WE TRUST, ” 75th ANNIVERSARY, ” “2020, ” “AU 24K 1/2 OZ. Obverse Designer: Ronald Sanders. Obverse Engraver: Phebe Hemphill. Reverse Designer: Donna Weaver. Reverse Engraver: Renata Gordon. Struck Under Authority of. ยง 5111(a)(2). At MD COIN you can rest assured that all coins are guaranteed authentic and that because of our background in the Medical profession, we are used to providing excellent service to our clients.
