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2018-S World War I Centennial - Marines Medal PR DCAM Silver Values
Details
To commemorate the centennial of America’s involvement in World War I and honor the over 4 million men and women from the United States who served. This set includes a proof silver dollar and a proof silver Marine Corps medal.
Obverse: The obverse design depicts the aftermath of the Battle of Belleau Wood. One Marine stands guard as the other kneels to pay respect to the fallen. The inscription quotes a report to the American Expeditionary Forces: “WOODS NOW U.S. MARINE CORPS ENTIRELY.”
Reverse: The reverse design depicts the World War I-era version of the Eagle, Globe, and Anchor emblem. Inscriptions include “CENTENNIAL OF WORLD WAR I,” “2018,” “OVER THERE!,” and “BATTLE OF BELLEAU WOOD.”
Source: US Mint
Basic Information
GSID:
375988
Coin Date:
2018-S
Denomination:
Medal / Medal
Designation:
PR
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
San Francisco
Coinage Type:
Medal
Coinage Years:
2018
Composition:
Silver
Mint Mark:
S
Varieties and Classification
Variety:
World War I Centennial - Marines
Variety 2:
Silver
Physical Characteristics
Fineness:
0.9
Weight:
31.1 gr
Weight:
1 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
26.73 oz
Strike Type:
Proof
Diameter:
38.1 mm
Coin Shape:
Round
