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2017 American Liberty 225th Anniversary Gold Coin

Obverse
Designer:  Justin Kunz
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description: depicts a profile of Liberty wearing a crown of stars. Inscriptions include “LIBERTY,” “1792,” “2017,” and “IN GOD WE TRUST.”

Reverse
Designer:  Chris Costello
Engraver:  Michael Gaudioso
Description: depicts a bold and powerful eagle in flight, with eyes toward opportunity and a determination to attain it. Inscriptions include “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “E PLURIBUS UNUM,” “1OZ. .9999 FINE GOLD,” and “100 DOLLARS.”

Line Art
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Obverse and Reverse of the 2017 American Liberty 225th Anniversary Gold Coin

2016 American Liberty Silver Medals

The United States Mint certifies that this medal was minted and issued under authority of 31 U.S.C. § 5111(a)(2). It was minted by the United States Mint but is not legal tender of the United States.

Obverse
Designer:  Justin Kunz
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description: The design depicts an interpretation of a modern Liberty, portrayed standing, crowned with leaves, and holding the American flag and a torch. Inscriptions are “LIBERTY” and “2016.”

Reverse
Designer:  Paul C. Balan
Engraver:  Don Everhart
Description: This design depicts an American eagle rising in flight, gripping a branch in its talons. The inscription is “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.”

Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

2016 American Liberty Silver Medal

U.S. Army 65th Infantry Regiment Bronze Medal

Public Law:  113-120

Obverse
Designer:  Joel Iskowitz
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description:  depicts a portrait of a fictional Borinqueneer. The soldiers in the background are in an inverted "V" formation, taking the high ground with fixed bayonets during an assault on the People's Liberation Army of China during the Korean War. The inscriptions are “65th INFANTRY REGIMENT,” and “BORINQUENEERS.” The crossed rifles insignia appears at the bottom of the design.

Reverse
Designer:  Donna Weaver
Engraver: Renata Gordon
Description:  depicts the Castillo de San Felipe del Morro of San Juan, Puerto Rico. It is a 16th-century citadel, a central symbol of Puerto Rico and the preferred military command ceremonial parade site of the 65th Infantry Regiment. The inscriptions are “HONOR ET FIDELITAS,” “1899-1956,” “WORLD WAR I,” “WORLD WAR II,” “KOREAN WAR” and “ACT OF CONGRESS 2014.”

Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

U.S. Army 65th Infantry Regiment Bronze Medal

Foot Soldiers of the 1965 Selma to Montgomery Voting Rights Marches Bronze Medal

Public Law:  114-5

Obverse
Designer:  Donna Weaver
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description:  depicts foot soldiers crossing the Edmund Pettus Bridge on their 54-mile journey from Selma to Montgomery, Ala. Inscriptions are “SELMA TO MONTGOMERY MARCHES 1965” and “FOOT SOLDIERS FOR JUSTICE.”

Reverse
Designer:  Donna Weaver
Engraver:  Michael Gaudioso
Description:  honors the Voting Rights Act of 1965. The design features a hand, a voting ballot box and the quote “EVERY AMERICAN CITIZEN MUST HAVE AN EQUAL RIGHT TO VOTE,” from President Lyndon B. Johnson's voting rights speech to Congress, “VOTING RIGHTS ACT OF 1965" and "ACT OF CONGRESS 2015.”

Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Foot Soldiers of the 1965 Selma to Montgomery Voting Rights Marches Bronze Medal

Monuments Men Bronze Medal

Public Law:  113-116

Obverse
Designer:  Joel Iskowitz
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description:  a portrayal of soldiers in action, lifting and removing objects from a cave or mine location where Monuments Men discovered stolen works. The artwork depicted represents major works of historic significance the group recovered. The design includes the inscription “MONUMENTS MEN.”

Reverse
Designer:  Donna Weaver
Engraver:  Joseph Menna
Description:  features some of the thousands of works of art that were at risk from damage, destruction or theft by Nazi forces, surrounding the inscriptions “IT IS OUR PRIVILEGE TO PASS ON TO THE COMING CENTURIES TREASURES OF PAST AGES” and “GEN. DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER.” The design also includes the inscription “ACT OF CONGRESS 2014.”

Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Monuments Men Bronze Medall

American Fighter Aces Bronze Medal

Public Law:  113-105

Obverse
Designer:  Joel Iskowitz
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description:  features four pilots, representing World War I, World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War; an ace of spades; and military wings with a globe centered, symbolizing the global impact of the groups' service. Inscriptions are “AMERICAN FIGHTER ACES,” “ARMY,” “NAVY,” “AIR FORCE” and “MARINES.”

Reverse
Designer:  Don Everhart
Engraver:  Don Everhart
Description:  features four aircraft flown by American Fighter Aces and includes five stars to represent the minimum number of aerial combat victories required for certification. Inscriptions are “DUTY, COURAGE, AGGRESSIVENESS,” “2014” and “ACT of CONGRESS.”

Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

American Fighter Aces Bronze Medal

Doolittle Tokyo Raiders Bronze Medal

Public Law:  113-106

Obverse
Designer:  Chris Costello
Engraver:  Don Everhart
Description:  features the North American B–25B Mitchell launching off the USS Hornet (CV–8), 16 stars representing the 16 flight crews that made up the Doolittle Tokyo Raiders, and the inscriptions “DOOLITTLE TOKYO RAIDERS,” “FIRST STRIKE” and “APRIL 18, 1942.”

Reverse
Designer:  Donna Weaver
Engraver:  Joseph Menna
Description:  features B–25B Mitchell aircraft approaching their target with four patches representing the four squadrons (34th, 37th, 89th, and 95th) that make up the 17th Bombardment Group. The inscriptions are “17TH BOMBARDMENT GROUP,” “TOUJOURS AU DANGER,” (French for “Still in Danger”) and “ACT OF CONGRESS 2014.”

Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Doolittle Tokyo Raiders Bronze Medal

Jack Nicklaus Bronze Medal

Public Law:  113-210

Obverse
Designer:  Don Everhart
Engraver:  Don Everhart
Description:  features a portrait of Jack Nicklaus, his signature, and the inscriptions “120 PROFESSIONAL VICTORIES” and “18 MAJOR CHAMPIONSHIPS.”

Reverse
Designer:  Phebe Hemphill
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description:  features laurel leaves; six stars, representing his five children and his wife Barbara;  and the inscriptions “EXCELLENCE IN SPORT, PROMOTING INTEGRITY AND SPORTSMANSHIP, AND DEDICATION TO PHILANTHROPY AND CHILDREN'S HEALTHCARE, WITH A LIFELONG COMMITMENT TO FAMILY” and “ACT OF CONGRESS 2014.”

Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Jack Nicklaus Bronze Medal

First Special Service Force Bronze Medal

Public Law: 113-16

Obverse
Designer:  Joel Iskowitz
Engraver:  Joseph Menna
Description:  highlights the mountaineering, silent landings, and waterway training abilities of the First Special Service Force. The design incorporates the group’s spearhead patch, representing the unique partnership between the United States and Canada. The inscription is "FIRST SPECIAL SERVICE FORCE."

Reverse
Designer:  Richard Masters
Engraver:  Don Everhart
Description: features the First Special Service Force’s insignia, with crossed arrows at the bottom of the design, and a banner in the eagle’s beak that reads "USA" and "CANADA." The medal is inscribed with their five campaigns, "ACT OF CONGRESS," and "2013."

Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

First Special Service Force Bronze Medal

2014 Civil Air Patrol Bronze Medal

Public Law: 113-108

Obverse
Designer:  Donna Weaver
Engraver:  Don Everhart
Description:  features two Civil Air Patrol (CAP) volunteers—one male and one female—watching the skies. In the background, a tanker is escorted by CAP planes overhead. Inscriptions are "CIVIL AIR PATROL" and "1941-1945."

Reverse
Designer:  Donna Weaver
Engraver:  Michael Gaudioso
Description: features a partial laurel wreath, representing honor and service, surrounding Civil Air Patrol insignias. Inscriptions are "HONOR", "CIVILIAN VOLUNTEERS WHO FLEW ARMED & HUMANITARIAN MISSIONS," and "ACT OF CONGRESS 2014."

Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

2014 Civil Air Patrol Bronze Medal

2011 Fallen Heroes of 9/11 Bronze Medals

Public Law: 112-76

The New York Medal

Obverse
Designer:  Joel Iskowitz
Engraver:  Jim Licaretz
Description:  features an abstract representation of two towers. The abstract lines flowing downward symbolize loss, while the lines moving upward represent rising above, hope, and deliverance from that loss. The numbers 93, 77, 175, and 11 represent the four planes involved in the tragic events of 9/11 and are positioned as if on a clock, representing the times of the crashes. The words ALWAYS REMEMBER are set upon a stone wall similar to the wall that bears the names of the victims at the memorial. It carries the additional inscription ACT OF CONGRESS 2011.

Reverse
Designer:  Phebe Hemphill
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description: features a single rose protruding from an edge at the top, an echo of the memorial in New York where a white rose is placed through the name of each victim on his or her birthday. The inscription reads: WE HONOR THE THOUSANDS OF INNOCENT PEOPLE FROM MORE THAN 90 COUNTRIES LOST AT THE WORLD TRADE CENTER IN THE ATTACKS THAT SHOOK THE WORLD ON SEPTEMBER 11, 2001. MAY THEIR MEMORY INSPIRE AN END TO INTOLERANCE. The design also features a bald eagle standing sentinel and clasping branches of laurel signifying an eternal honoring of those who perished in the tragedies.

Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
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Obverse and reverse of the 2011 Fallen Heroes of 9/11 New York Bronze Medal

The Pentagon Medal

Obverse
Designer:  Phebe Hemphill
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description:  depicts the rebuilt facade of the Pentagon where Flight 77 crashed. The view of the Pentagon on the medal is the angle of the flight path. A single candle and a small bouquet of flowers and greens signify a sacred memorial at the site. The American flag flies overhead in a united and patriotic embrace. The inscription is ACT OF CONGRESS 2011.

Reverse
Designer:  Phebe Hemphill
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description:  features 184 stars on a raised border around the edge of the design, one star for each of the victims of the tragedy at the Pentagon. The inscription reads: WE HONOR THOSE ON FLIGHT 77 AND THOSE IN THE PENTAGON WHO PERISHED ON SEPTEMBER 11, 2001. WE WILL NEVER FORGET THEIR SACRIFICE AS WE UNITE IN MEMORY. The design also features a bald eagle standing sentinel and clasping branches of laurel signifying an eternal honoring of those who perished in the tragedies.

Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Obverse and reverse of the 2011 Fallen Heroes of 9/11 Pentagon Bronze Medal

The Flight 93 Medal

Obverse
Designer:  Joseph Menna
Engraver:  Joseph Menna
Description:  features the hemlock groves behind the memorial boulder at the Flight 93 Memorial, a simple reminder of loss and healing. Inscriptions are A COMMON FIELD ONE DAY, A FIELD OF HONOR FOREVER and ACT OF CONGRESS 2011.

Reverse
Designer:  Phebe Hemphill
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description:  features 40 stars on a raised border around the edge of the design, one star for each victim. The inscription reads: WE HONOR THE PASSENGERS AND CREW OF FLIGHT 93 WHO PERISHED ON A PENNSYLVANIA FIELD ON SEPTEMBER 11, 2001. THEIR COURAGEOUS ACTION WILL BE REMEMBERED FOREVER. The design also features a bald eagle standing sentinel and clasping branches of laurel signifying an eternal honoring of those who perished in the tragedies.

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Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Obverse and reverse of the 2011 Fallen Heroes of 9/11 Flight 93 Bronze Medal

Shimon Peres Bronze Medal

Public Law: 113-114

Obverse
Designer:  Don Everhart
Engraver:  Don Everhart
Description:  features a portrait of Israeli President Shimon Peres, with a flag of Israel in the background.  "SHIMON PERES" is the inscription.

Reverse
Designer:  Joseph Menna
Engraver:  Joseph Menna
Description:  depicts a dove of peace with the quotation from President Peres, "YOU ARE AS GREAT AS THE CAUSE YOU SERVE," and the inscription ACT OF CONGRESS 2014.

Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
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Obverse and Reverse of the Shimon Peres Bronze Medal

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Coretta Scott King Bronze Medal

Public Law: 108-368

Obverse
Designer:  Don Everhart
Engraver:  Don Everhart
Description:  features portraits of Dr. King and Coretta Scott King.  Beneath the portraits is a banner with the inscription FOR THEIR SERVICE TO HUMANITY.  Other inscriptions include DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR., and CORETTA SCOTT KING along the top of the medal, and the inscription ACT OF CONGRESS 2004.

Reverse
Designer:  Donna Weaver
Engraver:  Donna Weaver
Description:  depicts the Martin Luther King, Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social Change, which remains the official legacy of Dr. King’s dream of nonviolent social change and full civil rights for all Americans.  Below the image of the center is a quote recommended by Mrs. King. The lower half of the medal is encircled with a wreath of laurel.

Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Obverse and Reverse of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Coretta Scott King Bronze Medal

Code Talkers Recognition Bronze Medals

Public Law: 110-420

Cherokee Nation (Oklahoma)

Obverse
Designer:  Donna Weaver
Engraver:  Michael Gaudioso
Description:  features a code talker communicating on a field phone and writing in the Cherokee language. Inscriptions are CHEROKEE NATION and CODE TALKERS in both Cherokee Syllabary and English.

Reverse
Designer: Joseph Menna
Engraver:  Joseph Menna
Description:  features a variation of the Cherokee Nation seal. Inscriptions are WORLD WAR I, WORLD WAR II and ACT OF CONGRESS 2008.

Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Cherokee Nation Code Talkers Recognition Bronze Medal

Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe (South Dakota)

Obverse
Designer:  Donna Weaver
Engraver:  Michael Gaudioso
Description:  depicts a World War I soldier sitting in a trench while receiving a message over his telephone. In the lower field, a World War II soldier sits in a deciduous forest while communicating messages. Inscriptions are WAKPA WASTE OYANKE AKICITA ZUYA IYASICA and LAKOTA CODE TALKERS.

Reverse
Designer:  Don Everhart
Engraver:  Jim Licaretz
Description:  features elements from the Cheyenne River Sioux flag and four tipis with buffalos imposed on it. Inscriptions are WORLD WAR I, WORLD WAR II and ACT OF CONGRESS.

Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Code Talkers Recognition Bronze Medal

Choctaw Nation (Oklahoma)

Obverse
Designer:  Thomas Cleveland
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description:  features a soldier on his field phone writing "TANAMPO CHITO". Inscriptions are CHOCTAW NATION and CODE TALKERS.

Reverse
Designer:  Don Everhart
Engraver:  Jim Licaretz
Description:  features the major elements from the Choctaw Nation seal, identified as the pipe hatchet and bow and arrows. Inscriptions are WORLD WAR I, WORLD WAR II and ACT OF CONGRESS 2008.

Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Choctaw Nation Code Talkers Recognition Bronze Medal

Comanche Nation (Oklahoma)

Obverse
Designer:  Richard Masters
Engraver:  Charles L. Vickers
Description: features the Comanche Code and Spirit Talker Monument located at Comanche Nation headquarters. Inscriptions are COMANCHE CODE TALKERS and NUMUNU.

Reverse
Designer:  Don Everhart
Engraver:  Don Everhart
Description:  features the Comanche Nation logo, the 90th Infantry Division insignia on the left and the 4th Infantry Division insignia on the right. Inscriptions are PUHIHWITEKWA EKASAHPANA, WORLD WAR I, WORLD WAR II and ACT OF CONGRESS 2008.

Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Comanche Nation Code Talkers Recognition Bronze Medal

Crow Creek Sioux Tribe (South Dakota)

Obverse
Designer:  Thomas Cleveland
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description:  features a World War II soldier with phone and map in hand. Inscriptions are HUNKPATI DAKOTA OYATE, CROW CREEK TRIBE and SIOUX CODE TALKERS.

Reverse
Designer:  Thomas Cleveland
Engraver:  Renata Gordon
Description:  features a variation of the Crow Creek Tribe seal. Inscriptions are WORLD WAR I, WORLD WAR II and ACT OF CONGRESS 2008.

Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Crow Creek Sioux Tribe Code Talkers Recognition Bronze Medal

Crow Nation (Montana)

Obverse
Designer:  Don Everhart
Engraver:  Jim Licaretz
Description:  The obverse design depicts a variation of the Army Air Corps Wings and is inscribed "CROW CODE TALKERS."

Reverse
Designer:  Don Everhart
Engraver:  Renata Gordon
Description:  The reverse design features the Crow Nation Seal.  Inscriptions are "WORLD WAR II" and "ACT OF CONGRESS 2008."

Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Crow Nation Code Talkers Recognition Bronze Medal

Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Tribe (Minnesota)

Obverse
Designer:  Donna Weaver
Engraver:  Michael Gaudioso
Description:  depicts a World War II code talker transcribing and receiving information. A beading pattern is at the bottom rim of the design and foliage is incorporated at the top rim, representing the Fond du Lac Tribe code talkers who served in the South Pacific. Inscriptions are "LAKE SUPERIOR BAND OF FOND DU LAC CHIPPEWA" and "CODE TALKERS."

Reverse
Designer:  Donna Weaver
Engraver:  Charles L. Vickers
Description:  features the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Tribe Seal. Inscriptions are "ACT OF CONGRESS 2008," "WORLD WAR II," "FOND DU LAC" and "BAPASHKOMINITIGONG OGITCHIDAAG," which translates to "Fond du Lac soldiers" or "Fond du Lac warriors."

Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Tribe Code Talkers Recognition Bronze Medal

Fort Peck Assiniboine and Sioux Tribes (Montana)

Obverse
Designer:  Don Everhart
Engraver:  Don Everhart
Description:  features a World War II infantry helmet and two feathers. Inscriptions are FORT PECK ASSINIBOINE, SIOUX TRIBES and CODE TALKERS.

Reverse
Designer:  Joel Iskowitz
Engraver:  Jim Licaretz
Description: The reverse design features the outline of the Fort Peck Indian Reservation (a buffalo outlined by rivers and creeks), two eagle staffs, a Plains Indian dance whip and the 41st Infantry Division patch. Inscriptions are WORLD WAR II, ACT OF CONGRESS 2008 and B CO. 1ST BN 163RD INFANTRY.

Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Fort Peck Assiniboine and Sioux Tribes Code Talkers Recognition Bronze Medal

Ho-Chunk Nation (Wisconsin)

Obverse
Designer:  Michael Gaudioso
Engraver:  Michael Gaudioso
Description:  features a code talker communicating a message. Inscriptions are HO-CHUNK NATION CODE TALKERS and WOINUXᾼᾼ HITÉTÉ.

Reverse
Designer:  Don Everhart
Engraver:  Don Everhart
Description:  features a variation of the Ho-Chunk Nation seal, which includes an eagle, bear, peace pipe and war club. An outline of Wisconsin is also included. Inscriptions are WORLD WAR II, SOUTH PACIFIC and ACT OF CONGRESS 2008.

Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Ho-Chunk Nation Code Talkers Recognition Bronze Medal

Hopi Tribe (Arizona)

Obverse
Designer:  Joel Iskowitz
Engraver:  Don Everhart
Description:  features Hopi code talkers communicating on a field phone and using binoculars to search for the enemy. The
B-24 Liberator in the background represents the Hopi code talkers' service in the 90th and 380th Bombardment Groups. Inscriptions are HOPI CODE TALKERS and U.S. ARMY.

Reverse
Designer:  Joel Iskowitz
Engraver:  Renata Gordon
Description:  features a variation of the Hopi Tribe flag, which depicts a circle with dots, mountains and stalks of corn on both sides of the mountains. Inscriptions are WORLD WAR II, ACT OF CONGRESS 2008, A CODE NEVER BROKEN, KEPT AMERICA FREE and HOPILAVAYI.

Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Hopi Tribe Code Talkers Recognition Bronze Medal

Kiowa Tribe (Oklahoma)

Obverse
Designer:  Joseph Menna
Engraver:  Joseph Menna
Description:  depicts a code talker using a field phone to communicate. Inscriptions are KIOWA TRIBE CODE TALKERS and 689TH FIELD ARTILLERY, EUROPE.

Reverse
Designer:  Joseph Menna
Engraver:  Joseph Menna
Description: depicts the Kiowa Tribe logo. Inscriptions are DEDICATION, HONOR, VALOR, WORLD WAR II and ACT OF CONGRESS 2008.

Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Kiowa Tribe Code Talkers Recognition Bronze Medal

Menominee Nation (Wisconsin)

Obverse
Designer:  Paul Balan
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description:  depicts a code talker using communication equipment while three P-51 Mustangs fly overhead. Inscriptions are MENOMINEE CODE TALKERS and OMAEQNOMENEW KEMOC KEKETOTATOWAK.

Reverse
Designer:  Donna Weaver
Engraver:  Renata Gordon
Description:  features the Thunderbird, which is the center element of the Menominee Nation seal; the five clans (bear, eagle, wolf, moose and crane); a sturgeon; and wild rice. The Menominee Nation is known for its reliance on wild rice and intense fishing, especially for sturgeon. Inscriptions are WORLD WAR II and ACT OF CONGRESS 2008.

Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Menominee Nation Code Talkers Recognition Bronze Medal

Meskwaki Nation (Iowa)

Obverse
Designer:  Thomas Cleveland
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description:  features two code talkers in action. Inscriptions are MESKWAKI NATION CODE TALKERS and ne me skwa, ki i be na.

Reverse
Designer:  Don Everhart
Engraver:  Renata Gordon
Description:  features a variation of the Meskwaki Nation logo. Inscriptions are ACT OF CONGRESS 2008, WORLD WAR I and WORLD WAR II.

Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Meskwaki Nation Code Talkers Recognition Bronze Medal

Muscogee (Creek) Nation (Oklahoma)

Obverse
Designer:  Paul C. Balan
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description:  features a code talker speaking on his field phone. The inscription is MUSCOGEE CREEK NATION CODE TALKERS.

Reverse
Designer:  Paul C. Balan
Engraver:  Renata Gordon
Description:  depicts lacrosse sticks and a ball. Inscriptions are WORLD WAR II and ACT OF CONGRESS 2008.

Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Muscogee Creek Nation Code Talkers Recognition Bronze Medal

Oglala Sioux Tribe (South Dakota)

Obverse
Designer:  Michael Gaudioso
Engraver:  Michael Gaudioso
Description:  features a code talker with a stylized eagle in the background. Inscriptions are OGLALA and LAKOTA AKICITA IYESKA WICASA.

Reverse
Designer:  Don Everhart
Engraver:  Jim Licaretz
Description:  features a variation of the Oglala Sioux Tribe flag. The nine tipis represent the nine districts of Oglala – Porcupine, Wakpamni, Medicine Root, Pass Creek, Eagle Nest, White Clay, PR Village, La Creek and Wounded Knee – all of which are inscribed along the border of the design. Other inscriptions are WORLD WAR II, ACT OF CONGRESS, 2008 and AKICITA, OKOLAKICIYE.

Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Oglala Sioux Tribe Code Talkers Recognition Bronze Medal

Oneida Nation (Wisconsin)

Obverse
Designer:  Donna Weaver
Engraver:  Charles L. Vickers
Description: features an Oneida Nation code talker with eagle feathers, positioned similar to those in the Oneida Gustoweh (head dress) in the background. Inscriptions are ONEIDA NATION WARRIORS and CODE TALKERS.

Reverse
Designer:  Donna Weaver
Engraver:  Renata Gordon
Description:  features the Great White Pine Tree of Peace with four white roots atop a turtle. To the left of the tree is the foot print of a bear. To the right of the tree is the footprint of a wolf. Atop the tree is an eagle. The symbols near or under the turtle are a war club and six arrows bound tightly together. An image of the two-row wampum belt is at the bottom of the design. Inscriptions are WORLD WAR II, ACT OF CONGRESS 2008 and LATIWʌNATÉNYESHSE.

Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Oneida Nation Code Talkers Recognition Bronze Medal

Osage Nation (Oklahoma)

Obverse
Designer:  Frank Morris
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description:  depicts a code talker looking up and focusing on his task. The barbed wire is symbolic of the threat to the soldier. Inscriptions are OSAGE NATION and CODE TALKERS.

Reverse
Designer:  Don Everhart
Engraver:  Renata Gordon
Description:  depicts a variation of the Osage Nation seal. Inscriptions are ACT OF CONGRESS 2008, WORLD WAR I and WORLD WAR II.

Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Osage Nation Code Talkers Recognition Bronze Medal

Pawnee Nation (Oklahoma)

Obverse
Designer:  Don Everhart
Engraver:  Don Everhart
Description:  features the full body profile of a soldier with phone and helmet in hand. It is inscribed PAWNEE NATION CODE TALKERS.

Reverse
Designer:  Michael Gaudioso
Engraver:  Michael Gaudioso
Description:  depicts a variation of the Pawnee Nation seal, which includes the wolf, tomahawk, peace pipe, morning star, sage, cedar and a banner inscribed with CHATICKS-SI-CHATICKS. Other inscriptions are WORLD WAR I, WORLD WAR II and ACT OF CONGRESS 2008.

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Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Pawnee Nation Code Talkers Recognition Bronze Medal

Ponca Tribe (Oklahoma)

Obverse
Designer:  Joel Iskowitz
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description:  features two code talkers in action with Chief White Eagle, a respected leader of the Ponca Tribe, in the background. It is inscribed PONCA TRIBE CODE TALKERS.

Reverse
Designer:  Joel Iskowitz
Engraver:  Renata Gordon
Description:  features a variation of the Ponca Tribe seal, which consists of three clustered tipis with the sun behind it. Inscriptions are ACT OF CONGRESS 2008, WORLD WAR I and WORLD WAR II.

Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Ponca Tribe Code Talkers Recognition Bronze Medal

Pueblo of Acoma Tribe (New Mexico)

Obverse
Designer:  Donna Weaver
Engraver:  Michael Gaudioso
Description:  features a Pueblo of Acoma code talker scouting the area during his tour of duty in the South Pacific. Inscriptions are PUEBLO OF ACOMA and CODE TALKERS.

Reverse
Designer:  Donna Weaver
Engraver:  Renata Gordon
Description:  features the Pueblo of Acoma flag. Clans depicted in the flag are the antelope (at the top center); the road runner, turkey, parrot, oak and mustard seed (to the left); and an eagle, sun, bear, pumpkin, and red and yellow corn (to the right). In the center (bottom to top) are water, Abraham Lincoln's Cane of Authority presented to the tribe in 1864, Pueblo of Acoma Sky City Village and wind. Inscriptions are WORLD WAR II and ACT OF CONGRESS 2008.

Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Pueblo of Acoma Tribe Code Talkers Recognition Bronze Medal

Pueblo of Laguna Tribe (New Mexico)

Obverse
Designer:  Donna Weaver
Engraver:  Renata Gordon
Description:  features a World War II code talker. Inscriptions are “K’AWAIKA CODE TALKERS,” (which translates to Laguna) and “PUEBLO of LAGUNA.”

Reverse
Designer:  Donna Weaver
Engraver:  Jim Licaretz
Description:  features the Pueblo of Laguna Tribe seal. Inscriptions are “43RD BOMBARDMENT GROUP,” “WORLD WAR II,” “ACT OF CONGRESS 2008,” “PUEBLO OF LAGUNA,” as well as “TSINA HANU” and “Y’AAK’A WAASCH’I” which translate to Big Turkey and Little Corn, respectively.

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Pueblo of Laguna Tribe Code Talkers Recognition Bronze Medal

Rosebud Sioux Tribe (South Dakota)

Obverse
Designer:  Justin Kunz
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description:  depicts a World War II code talker and Sicangu Lakota warrior in profile. The code talker wears his dog tags parallel to the traditional bone-and-bead choker of the Rosebud Sioux warrior who also wears a feather in his hair. Eagle feathers are also included in the lower border of the design. Inscriptions are "SICANGU LAKOTA" and "CODE TALKERS."

Reverse
Designer:  Don Everhart
Engraver:  Jim Licaretz
Description:  features the Rosebud Sioux Tribe Seal. Inscriptions are "ROSEBUD SIOUX TRIBE," "WWII" and "ACT OF CONGRESS 2008."

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Rosebud Sioux Tribe Code Talkers Recognition Bronze Medal

Santee Sioux Nation (Nebraska)

Obverse
Designer:  Frank Morris
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description:  depicts a Santee Sioux code talker looking up and focusing on the task required. The barbed wire is a symbol of the threat to the soldier. Inscriptions are MDEWAKANTON, WAKPEKUTE and SANTEE DAKOTA SIOUX CODE TALKERS.

Reverse
Designer:  Charles L. Vickers
Engraver:  Charles L. Vickers
Description:  depicts the Santee Sioux Nation seal. Inscriptions are WORLD WAR I, WORLD WAR II and ACT OF CONGRESS 2008.

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Santee Sioux Nation Code Talkers Recognition Bronze Medal

Seminole Nation (Oklahoma)

Obverse
Designer:  Joel Iskowitz
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description:  features Seminole Nation code talkers with an early period chief in the background. The inscribed phrase ACEMEKET HECETV HERET OS is an actual phrase used by Seminole code talkers. The other inscription is SEMINOLE CODE TALKERS.

Reverse
Designer:  Joseph Menna
Engraver:  Joseph Menna
Description:  depicts a variation of the Seminole Nation of Oklahoma seal. Inscriptions are WORLD WAR II, ACT OF CONGRESS 2008 and SEMINOLE NATION OF OKLAHOMA.

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Seminole Nation Code Talkers Recognition Bronze Medal

Sisseton Wahpeton Oyate (Sioux) Tribe (South Dakota)

Obverse
Designer:  Frank Morris
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description:  depicts a soldier being shielded by an eagle to keep him safe. Inscriptions are SISSETON WAHPETON SIOUX and DAKOTA CODE TALKERS.

Reverse
Designer:  Don Everhart
Engraver:  Jim Licaretz
Description:  features a variation of the Sisseton Wahpeton Oyate Tribe seal. The central part of the design depicts the boundaries of the reservation with seven tipis, which represent the seven districts within the Sisseton Wahpeton Oyate of Lake Traverse Reservation. Inscriptions are PACIFIC THEATRE, WORLD WAR II, LAKE TRAVERSE RESERVATION and ACT OF CONGRESS 2008.

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Sisseton Wahpeton Oyate (Sioux) Tribe Code Talkers Recognition Bronze Medal

St. Regis Mohawk Tribe (New York)

Obverse
Designer:  Justin Kunz
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description:  features a WWII code talker, a snipe and the principal clans of the Mohawk Tribe—a bear, a wolf and a snapping turtle. It is inscribed with "AKWESASNE MOHAWK CODE TALKERS."

Reverse
Designer:  Paul Balan
Engraver:  Joseph Menna
Description:  features a profiled figure, a Mohawk kustowa headdress, a bear claw necklace, a war club, and a Mohawk Wolf Belt. Inscriptions are "WORLD WAR I," "WORLD WAR II," and "ACT OF CONGRESS 2008."

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Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe Code Talkers Recognition Bronze Medal

Standing Rock Sioux Tribe (South Dakota)

Obverse
Designer:  Barbara Fox
Engraver:  Jim Licaretz
Description:  features code talkers transmitting and writing information. Inscriptions are LAKOTA CODE TALKERS and STANDING ROCK SIOUX TRIBE.

Reverse
Designer:  Barbara Fox
Engraver:  Jim Licaretz
Description:  features the seal of the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe. Inscriptions include PORCUPINE, LONG SOLDIER, CANNON BALL, WAKPALA, KENEL, RUNNING ANTELOPE, BEAR SOLDIER and ROCK CREEK, the eight districts of the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe. Additional inscriptions are ACT OF CONGRESS 2008, STANDING ROCK SIOUX TRIBE, JULY 1873, WORLD WAR I and WORLD WAR II.

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Standing Rock Sioux Tribe Code Talkers Recognition Bronze Medal

Tlingit Tribe (Alaska)

Obverse
Designer:  Susan Gamble
Engraver:  Joseph Menna
Description:  the antenna on the soldier's equipment is raised as he talks on his radio sending a coded message. The soldier kneels on his left knee and holds his rifle in his right hand in case of attack. The three semicircles signify the transmission of radio signals. It is inscribed TLINGIT WARRIORS CODE TALKERS.

Reverse
Designer:  Susan Gamble
Engraver:  Renata Gordon
Description:  depicts a killer whale headdress representing the Tlingit code talkers of World War II who were affiliated with the Killer Whale Clan. Inscriptions are WORLD WAR II, KILLER WHALE CLAN and ACT OF CONGRESS 2008.

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Tlingit Tribe Code Talkers Recognition Bronze Medal

Tonto Apache Tribe (Arizona)

Obverse
Designer:  Joel Iskowitz
Engraver:  Joseph Menna
Description:  depicts a close-up and background view of a code talker, which represents communicating a message and running a message. Inscriptions are TONTO APACHE TRIBE and CODE TALKERS.

Reverse
Designer:  Donna Weaver
Engraver:  Renata Gordon
Description:  features a variation of the Tonto Apache seal, which depicts four feathers, a streak of stylized lightning as depicted in Apache art and four streamers. Inscriptions are WORLD WAR I and ACT OF CONGRESS 2008.

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Tonto Apache Tribe Code Talkers Recognition Bronze Medal

White Mountain Apache Tribe (Arizona)

Obverse
Designer:  Barbara Fox
Engraver:  Joseph Menna
Description:  features code talkers behind sand bags. The code talker in the foreground is using a field phone to deliver a message, while the one in the background writes the coded message. Inscriptions are WHITE MOUNTAIN APACHE TRIBE and CODE TALKERS.

Reverse
Designer:  Barbara Fox
Engraver:  Joseph Menna
Description:  features a variation of the White Mountain Apache Tribe seal. The seal depicts a rainbow rising against the sky over a landscape with an elk standing by a river near a wikiup, or traditional dwelling. Snow-capped mountains are in the distance, while nearer, at the base of the seal, is a pine forest. An earthen Apache vase, in the foreground, is flanked by two feathers and a pair of lightning bolts near the outer edge of the seal. Inscriptions are WORLD WAR II and ACT OF CONGRESS 2008.

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White Mountain Apache Tribe Code Talkers Recognition Bronze Medal

Yankton Sioux Tribe (South Dakota)

Obverse
Designer:  Ronald D. Sanders
Engraver:  Don Everhart
Description:  features two code talkers with the inscriptions YANKTON SIOUX and CODE TALKERS.

Reverse
Designer:  Charles L. Vickers
Engraver:  Charles L. Vickers
Description:  features a variation of the buffalo skull painted in honor of Yankton Sioux Tribe veterans. It is inscribed with WORLD WAR I.

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Yankton Sioux Tribe Code Talkers Recognition Bronze Medal

16th Street Baptist Church Bombing Victims Bronze Medal

Public Law: 113-11

Obverse
Designer:  Barbara Fox
Engraver:  Jim Licaretz
Description: features the silhouette of four young girls, representing those killed on September 15, 1963. Their names, ADDIE MAE COLLINS, DENISE McNAIR, CAROLE ROBERTSON, and CYNTHIA WESLEY, are inscribed around the border of the design. The quote PIVOTAL IN THE STRUGGLE FOR EQUALITY and inscriptions SEPTEMBER 15 and 1963 are incused across the silhouettes.

Reverse
Designer:  Donna Weaver
Engraver:  Joseph Menna
Description:  depicts a view of the 16th Street Baptist Church with the quote KILLED IN THE BOMBING OF THE 16TH ST. BAPTIST CHURCH. Additional inscriptions are ACT OF CONGRESS 2013 and BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA.

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Obverse and reverse of the 16th Street Baptist Church Bombing Victims Bronze Medal

Professor Muhammad Yunus Bronze Medal

Public Law:  111-253

Obverse
Designer:  Donna Weaver
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description:  features a portrait of Professor Yunus with the traditional Bengali jamdani fabric design, reflecting his optimistic and cheerful demeanor. Inscriptions are PROFESSOR MUHAMMAD YUNUS, ACT OF CONGRESS and 2010.

Reverse
Designer:  Richard Masters
Engraver:  Jim Licaretz
Description:  depicts a lotus open in full bloom, rising above the water and cradling the world in its petals, symbolizing Yunus' dream to end world poverty. The design is partially framed by the inscription BANKER TO THE POOR, a common reference to Yunus. The Bengali translation for "Let us send poverty to the museum" is inscribed on the globe.

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Image shows obverse and reverse of Professor Muhammad Yunus Bronze Medal

Daw Aung San Suu Kyi Bronze Medal

Public Law:  110-209

Obverse
Designer:  Don Everhart
Engraver:  Don Everhart
Description:  features a portrait of Suu Kyi with the inscription DAW AUNG SAN SUU KYI around the border. The likeness of Suu Kyi was based on the photograph by Eddie Adams.

Reverse
Designer:  Don Everhart
Engraver:  Don Everhart
Description:  depicts a peacock with the inscriptions DEDICATED TO PROMOTING FREEDOM AND DEMOCRACY IN BURMA and ACT OF CONGRESS 2008.

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Image shows obverse and reverse of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi Bronze Medal

Arnold Palmer Bronze Medal

Public Law:  111-65

Obverse
Designer:  Don Everhart
Engraver:  Don Everhart
Description:  features an image of Arnold Palmer finishing his golf swing with the inscription ARNOLD D. PALMER.

Reverse
Designer:  Phebe Hemphill
Engraver:  Joseph Menna
Description:  depicts a pair of crossed golf clubs and a golf ball on a tee with the inscriptions IN RECOGNITION OF HIS SERVICE TO THE NATION IN PROMOTING EXCELLENCE AND GOOD SPORTSMANSHIP, 92 PROFESSIONAL GOLF VICTORIES and 7 MAJOR CHAMPIONSHIPS.

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Reverse:  [Hi-Res Image : 2.16MB]

Image shows obverse and reverse of Arnold Palmer Bronze Medal

Constantino Brumidi Bronze Medal

Public Law:  110-259

Obverse
Designer:  Don Everhart
Engraver:  Don Everhart
Description:  depicts a portrait of Constantino Brumidi within a decorative border based on his designs. CONSTANTINO BRUMIDI is inscribed along the inner circle.

Reverse
Designer:  Don Everhart
Engraver:  Don Everhart
Description:  features the central portion of Brumidi’s "The Apotheosis of Washington," with the inscription ARTIST of the CAPITOL in the center of the design and 2008 ACT OF CONGRESS along the lower rim.

Obverse:  [Hi-Res Image : 2.24MB]
Reverse:  [Hi-Res Image : 2.32MB]

Image shows obverse and reverse of The Constantino Brumidi Bronze Medal

Montford Point Marines Bronze Medal

Public Law:  112-59

Obverse
Designer:  Michael Gaudioso
Engraver:  Michael Gaudioso
Description:  features three Montford Point Marines in varying uniforms with an action scene from training filling the lower portion of the palette.  The inscriptions on the outer rim are MONTFORD POINT MARINES, 1942 and 1949.  The U.S. Marine Corps was integrated in 1949.

Reverse
Designer:  Don Everhart
Engraver:  Don Everhart
Description:  depicts Montford Point Marines in formation during training, with the signature water tower, a notable feature to all Montford Point Marines, in the background.  The inscriptions are FOR OUTSTANDING PERSEVERANCE and COURAGE that INSPIRED SOCIAL CHANGE in the MARINE CORPS, 2011 and ACT OF CONGRESS.

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Image shows obverse and reverse of The Montford Point Marines Bronze Medal

New Frontier Bronze Medal

Public Law:  111-44

Obverse
Designer:  Joel Iskowitz
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description:  The obverse depicts the portraits of Apollo 11 astronauts Neil A. Armstrong, Michael Collins, and Edwin E. "Buzz" Aldrin Jr. facing left, and Friendship 7 astronaut John Herschel Glenn Jr. facing right.  The design also features a partial view of the Earth from orbit, as well as a horizon line with an astronaut walking on the lunar surface facing the flag.  The names of all four astronauts – JOHN GLENN, NEIL ARMSTRONG, MICHAEL COLLINS and BUZZ ALDRIN – are inscribed along the outer rim.

Reverse
Designer:  Joel Iskowitz
Engraver:  Don Everhart
Description:  The reverse features the Lunar Excursion Module orbiting the moon and the Friendship 7 mission capsule orbiting the Earth with the inscription WE CAME IN PEACE FOR ALL MANKIND.

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The New Frontier Bronze Medal

Nisei Soldiers of World War II Bronze Medal

Public Law:  111-254

Obverse
Designer:  Joel Iskowitz
Engraver:  Charles L. Vickers
Description:  The obverse features Nisei (second generation Americans of Japanese ancestry) soldiers from both the European and Pacific theaters.  The 442nd RCT color guard is depicted in the lower field of the medal. The inscriptions on the outer rim are NISEI SOLDIERS OF WORLD WAR II and GO FOR BROKE, the motto of the 442nd RCT, which was eventually used to describe the work of all three units.

Reverse
Designer:  Don Everhart
Engraver:  Don Everhart
Description:  The reverse depicts the insignias of the 100th INF BN, 442nd RCT and MIS. The 100th INF BN insignia features a taro leaf and a traditional Hawaiian helmet, both of which are emblematic of the unit's Hawaiian roots.  The "Go for Broke" Torch of Liberty shoulder patch represents the 442nd RCT. The MIS insignia is represented by a sphinx, a traditional symbol of secrecy.  The inscriptions on the outer rim are the title of the three units represented on the medal -- the 100th INF BN, 442nd RCT and MIS.  In addition, the years 1941-1946, the defined years of World War II according to the Department of Defense, are inscribed in the upper right field of the medal. A decorative ribbon connects the outer rim with the inscriptions ACT OF CONGRESS and 2010. The three stars positioned along the border represent the three units being honored.

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2012 Nisei Soldiers of World War II Bronze Medal

September 11 National Medal

Public Law:  111-221

Obverse
Designer:  Donna Weaver
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description:  The obverse features Lady Liberty holding the Lamp of Remembrance. Behind her are beacons of light stretching skyward. Liberty, the lamp and the light symbolize not just the immeasurable loss on that fateful day, but also the resiliency and triumph of those who persevered. The inscriptions are ALWAYS REMEMBER and 2001–2011.

Reverse
Designer:  Donna Weaver
Engraver:  Joseph Menna
Description:  The reverse depicts an eagle, symbolizing the strength of the survivors, families and Nation, against a backdrop of cascading water. The flowing water is emblematic of peace, serenity, healing and the continuity of life. The inscriptions are HONOR and HOPE.

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2011 September 11 National Medal

Commemorative Coins

2017 Boys Town Centennial Commemorative Coin Program

Public Law: 114-30

Gold Obverse
Designer: Donna Weaver
Engraver: Don Everhart
Description: Features a portrait of Father Flanagan. Inscriptions include “BOYS TOWN CENTENNIAL,” “IN GOD WE TRUST,” “FR. EDWARD FLANAGAN,” “LIBERTY,” and “2017.”

Gold Reverse
Designer: Donna Weaver
Engraver: Jim Licaretz
Description: Features an outstretched hand holding a young oak tree growing from an acorn. As stated in the idiom “Mighty oaks from little acorns grow,” this design represents the potential of each child helped by Boys Town to grow into a productive, complete adult. Inscriptions include “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “THE WORK WILL CONTINUE,” “FIVE DOLLARS,” and “E PLURIBUS UNUM.”

Proof
Obverse: Hi-Res Image
Obverse (angle view): Hi-Res Image
Reverse: Hi-Res Image
Reverse (angle view): Hi-Res Image

Uncirculated
Obverse: Hi-Res Image
Obverse (angle view): Hi-Res Image
Reverse: Hi-Res Image
Reverse (angle view): Hi-Res Image

Obverse and Reverse of the 2017 Boys Town Centennial Commemorative Gold Proof Coin Obverse and Reverse of the 2017 Boys Town Centennial Commemorative Gold Uncirculated Coin


Silver Obverse
Designer:  Emily Damstras
Engraver:  Joseph Menna
Description:  Features a young girl sitting alone and gazing upward into the branches of an oak tree looking for help. The empty space around the girl is deliberate and meant to show the child’s sense of loneliness, isolation, and helplessness. Inscriptions include “BOYS TOWN,” “When you help a child today…,” “IN GOD WE TRUST,” “LIBERTY,” and “1917-2017.”

Silver Reverse
Designer:  Emily Damstra
Engraver;  Joseph Menna
Description:  Features an oak tree offering shelter and a sense of belonging to the family holding hands below it, which includes the girl from the obverse. Inscriptions include “…you write the history of tomorrow,” “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “ONE DOLLAR,” and “E PLURIBUS UNUM.”

Proof
Obverse: Hi-Res Image
Obverse (angle view): Hi-Res Image
Reverse: Hi-Res Image
Reverse (angle view): Hi-Res Image

Uncirculated
Obverse: Hi-Res Image
Obverse (angle view): Hi-Res Image
Reverse: Hi-Res Image
Reverse (angle view): Hi-Res Image

Obverse and Reverse of the 2017 Boys Town Centennial Commemorative Silver Proof Coin Obverse and Reverse of the 2017 Boys Town Centennial Commemorative Silver Uncirculated Coin


Clad Obverse
Designer:  Chris Costello
Engraver:  Renata Gordon
Description:  Features an older brother holding the hand of his younger brother in 1917. They walk toward Father Flanagan’s Boys Home and the 1940s Pylon representing what would become Boys Town. Inscriptions include “BOYS TOWN,” “1917,” “2017,” “IN GOD WE TRUST,” “LIBERTY,” and “Saving Children.”

Clad Reverse
Designer:  Chris Costello
Engraver;  Phebe Hemphill
Description:  Features a present-day Boys Town neighborhood of homes where children are schooled and nurtured by caring families. Out of these homes come young adults who graduate from high school and the Boys Town program. Inscriptions include “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “E PLURIBUS UNUM,” “Healing Families,” and “HALF DOLLAR.”

Proof
Obverse: Hi-Res Image
Reverse: Hi-Res Image

Uncirculated
Obverse: Hi-Res Image
Reverse: Hi-Res Image

Obverse and Reverse of the 2017 Boys Town Centennial Commemorative Clad Proof Coin Obverse and Reverse of the 2017 Boys Town Centennial Commemorative Clad Uncirculated Coin


2017 Lions Clubs International Century of Service Silver Dollar

Public Law: 112-181

Obverse
Designer: Joel Iskowitz
Engraver: Joseph Menna
Description: Features a portrait of founder Melvin Jones paired with the Lions Clubs International logo. Inscriptions are “LIBERTY,” “IN GOD WE TRUST,” “MELVIN JONES,” “FOUNDER,” and “2017.”

Reverse
Designer: Patricia Lucas-Morris
Engraver: Don Everhart
Description: Depicts a male and female lion with a lion cub superimposed over a globe. Inscriptions are “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “$1,” “E PLURIBUS UNUM,” and “CELEBRATING 100 YEARS OF SERVICE.”

Proof
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Obverse (angle view):  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse (angle view):  Hi-Res Image

Uncirculated
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Obverse (angle view):  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse (angle view):  Hi-Res Image

Obverse and Reverse of the 2017 Lions Clubs International Century of Service Proof Silver Dollar Obverse and Reverse of the 2017 Lions Clubs International Century of Service Uncirculated Silver Dollar


2016 Mark Twain Commemorative Coin Program

Public Law:  112-201

Gold Obverse
Designer:  Benjamin Sowards
Engraver:  Don Everhart
Description:  features a portrait of Mark Twain with the inscriptions "IN GOD WE TRUST," "LIBERTY" and "2016."

Gold Reverse
Designer:  Ronald D. Sanders
Engraver:  Joseph Menna
Description:  depicts a steamboat on the Mississippi River. The inscriptions are "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "$5" and "E PLURIBUS UNUM."

Proof
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Uncirculated
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Obverse and reverse of the 2016 Mark Twain Commemorative Gold Proof Coin Obverse and reverse of the 2016 Mark Twain Commemorative Gold Uncirculated Coin


Silver Obverse
Designer:  Chris Costello
Engraver:  Michael Gaudioso
Description:  features a portrait of Mark Twain holding a pipe with the smoke forming a silhouette of Huck Finn and Jim on a raft in the background. The inscriptions are "LIBERTY," "IN GOD WE TRUST" and "2016."

Silver Reverse
Designer:  Patricia-Lucas Morris
Engraver;  Renata Gordon
Description:  features an assortment of characters leaping to life from Mark Twain's works: The knight and horse from A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court, the frog from The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County, and Jim and Huck from Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. Inscriptions are "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "$1" and "E PLURIBUS UNUM."

Proof
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Uncirculated
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Obverse and reverse of the 2016 Mark Twain Commemorative Silver Proof Coin Obverse and reverse of the 2016 Mark Twain Commemorative Silver Uncirculated Coin


2016 National Park Service 100th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Program

Public Law:  113-291

Gold Obverse
Designer:  Don Everhart
Engraver:  Don Everhart
Description:  features John Muir and Theodore Roosevelt with Yosemite National Park's Half Dome in the background.  Inscriptions are "LIBERTY," "2016" and "IN GOD WE TRUST."

Gold Reverse
Designer:  Don Everhart
Engraver:  Don Everhart
Description:  features the National Park Service logo.  Inscriptions are "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "E PLURIBUS UNUM" and "$5."

Proof
Obverse: Hi-Res Image
Reverse: Hi-Res Image

Uncirculated
Obverse: Hi-Res Image
Reverse: Hi-Res Image

Obverse and reverse of the 2016 National Park Service 100th Anniversary Commemorative Gold Proof Coin Obverse and reverse of the 2016 National Park Service 100th Anniversary Commemorative Gold Uncirculated Coin


Silver Obverse
Designer:  Joseph Menna
Engraver:  Joseph Menna
Description:  features Yellowstone National Park's Old Faithful geyser and a bison.  Inscriptions are "LIBERTY," "NATIONAL PARK SERVICE CENTENNIAL," "IN GOD WE TRUST," "1916" and "2016."

Silver Reverse
Designer:  Chris Costello
Engraver;  Jim Licaretz
Description:  depicts a Latina Folklórico dancer and the National Park Service logo, representing the multi-faceted cultural experience found in America's national parks.  Inscriptions are "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "E PLURIBUS UNUM," "$1" "HERITAGE," "CULTURE" and "PRIDE."

Proof
Obverse: Hi-Res Image
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Uncirculated
Obverse: Hi-Res Image
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Obverse and reverse of the 2016 National Park Service 100th Anniversary Commemorative Silver Proof Coin Obverse and reverse of the 2016 National Park Service 100th Anniversary Commemorative Silver Uncirculated Coin


Clad Obverse
Designer:  Barbara Fox
Engraver:  Michael Gaudioso
Description:  features a hiker discovering the majesty of the wilderness and a small child discovering a frog hiding in ferns, celebrating the diversity and breadth of the National Park Service.  Inscriptions are "LIBERTY," "2016," "IN GOD WE TRUST," "1916" and "NATIONAL PARK SERVICE."

Clad Reverse
Designer:  Thomas Hipschen
Engraver:  Charles L. Vickers
Description:  features the National Park Service logo.  Inscriptions are "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "E PLURIBUS UNUM," "HALF DOLLAR," "STEWARDSHIP" and "RECREATION."

Proof
Obverse: Hi-Res Image
Reverse: Hi-Res Image

Uncirculated
Obverse: Hi-Res Image
Reverse: Hi-Res Image

Obverse and reverse of the 2016 National Park Service 100th Anniversary  Commemorative Clad Proof CoinObverse and reverse of the 2016 National Park Service 100th Anniversary Commemorative Clad Uncirculated Coin


2015 U.S. Marshals Service 225th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Program

Public Law:  112-104

Gold Obverse
Designer:  Donna Weaver
Engraver:  Jim Licaretz
Description:  Depicts the U.S. Marshals Service Star superimposed on a mountain range evoking a western landscape.  Inscriptions are 1789, LIBERTY, 2014, UNITED STATES, IN GOD WE TRUST, 2015, MARSHAL and 225 YEARS of SACRIFICE.

Gold Reverse
Designer:  Paul C. Balan
Engraver:  Don Everhart
Description:  Depicts an eagle holding a draped American flag. On the eagle's chest is a shield with the inscription U.S. MARSHAL.  A banner in the eagle's claw bears the inscription E PLURIBUS UNUM.  Additional inscriptions are JUSTICE INTEGRITY SERVICE, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and $5.

Proof
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Uncirculated
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Obverse and reverse of the 2015 U.S. Marshals Service 225th Anniversary Commemorative Gold Proof Coin Obverse and reverse of the 2015 U.S. Marshals Service 225th Anniversary Commemorative Gold Uncirculated Coin


Silver Obverse
Designer:  Richard Masters
Engraver:  Charles Vickers
Description:  The design depicts U.S. Marshals riding horses across the coin below a U.S. Marshals Service star.  The inscriptions are LIBERTY, 1789-2014, IN GOD WE TRUST and 2015.

Silver Reverse
Designer:  Frank Morris
Engraver;  Joseph Menna
Description:  The design depicts a frontier U.S. Marshal leaning against a post and holding a “wanted” poster with the inscription WANTED IN FT. SMITH.  Additional inscriptions are JUSTICE INTEGRITY SERVICE, E PLURIBUS UNUM, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and $1.

Proof
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Uncirculated
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Obverse and reverse of the 2015 U.S. Marshals Service 225th Anniversary Commemorative Silver Proof Coin Obverse and reverse of the 2015 U.S. Marshals Service 225th Anniversary Commemorative Silver Uncirculated Coin


Clad Obverse
Designer:  Joel Iskowitz
Engraver:  Michael Gaudioso
Description:  Depicts an Old West U.S. Marshal and a horse in the upper left and a modern female U.S. Marshal wearing tactical gear in the lower right.  The inscriptions are LIBERTY, 1789-2014, 2015 and IN GOD WE TRUST.

Clad Reverse
Designer:  Susan Gamble
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description:  Depicts Lady Justice holding the scale of justice in her left hand and the U.S. Marshals Service star in her right.  Next to Lady Justice is a copy of the United States Constitution, a stack of school books, handcuffs and a whiskey jug, objects symbolizing well-known areas of responsibility in the history of the U.S. Marshals Service.  Inscriptions are UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, E PLURIBUS UNUM and HALF DOLLAR.

Proof
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Uncirculated
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Obverse and reverse of the 2015 U.S. Marshals Service 225th Anniversary Commemorative Clad Proof Coin Obverse and reverse of the 2015 U.S. Marshals Service 225th Anniversary Commemorative Clad Uncirculated Coin


2015 March of Dimes Silver Dollar

Public Law:  112-209

Obverse
Designer:  Paul C. Balan
Sculptor:  Michael Gaudioso
Description:  –Representing the past–depicts a profile view of President Franklin D. Roosevelt and Dr. Jonas Salk, two leaders in the fight against polio.  The inscriptions are “LIBERTY,” “IN GOD WE TRUST,” and “2015.”

Reverse
Designer:  Don Everhart
Sculptor:  Don Everhart
Description:  Depicts a baby cuddled in the hand of a parent, representing the foundation's dedication to the health of babies everywhere.  The inscriptions are “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “E PLURIBUS UNUM,” “$1” and, “MARCH OF DIMES.”

Proof
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Uncirculated
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

2015 March of Dimes Proof Silver Dollar 2015 March of Dimes Uncirculated Silver Dollar

To view Commemorative Coin designs from previous years, follow this link to the Historical Image Library.


America the Beautiful Quarters® Program

Quarters Issued in 2017

Effigy Mounds National Monument

Reverse
Designer:  Richard Masters
Engraver:  Renata Gordon
Description:  depicts an aerial view of mounds in the Marching Bear Group. Inscriptions are “EFFIGY MOUNDS,” “IOWA,” “2017,” and “E PLURIBUS UNUM.”

Proof
[High-Res Image]

2017 Effigy Mounds National Monument Proof Quarter

Frederick Douglass National Historic Site

Reverse
Designer:  Thomas Hipschen
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description:  depicts Frederick Douglass seated at a writing desk with his home in Washington, D.C. in the background. Inscriptions are “FREDERICK DOUGLASS,” “DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA,” “2017,” and “E PLURIBUS UNUM.”

Proof
[High-Res Image]

2017 Frederick Douglass National Historic Site Proof Quarter

Ozark National Scenic Riverways

Reverse
Designer:  Ronald D. Sanders
Engraver:  Renata Gordon
Description:  depicts Alley Mill, a steel roller mill built in 1894. This merchant mill was used to convert wheat into flour. Much of the original milling equipment is still in place, and visitors to the park can tour the mill. Inscriptions are “OZARK RIVERWAYS,” “MISSOURI,” “2017,” and “E PLURIBUS UNUM.”

Proof
[High-Res Image]

2017 Ozark National Scenic Riverways Proof Quarter

Ellis Island (Statue of Liberty National Monument)

Reverse
Designer:  Barbara Fox
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description:  depicts an immigrant family approaching Ellis Island with a mixture of hope and uncertainty. The hospital building can be seen in the background. Inscriptions are “ELLIS ISLAND,” “NEW JERSEY,” “2017,” and “E PLURIBUS UNUM.”

Proof
[High-Res Image]

2017 Ellis Island (Statue of Liberty National Monument) Proof Quarter

George Rogers Clark National Historical Park

Reverse
Designer:  Frank Morris
Engraver:  Michael Gaudioso
Description:  features George Rogers Clark leading his men through the flooded plains approaching Fort Sackville. Inscriptions are “GEORGE ROGERS CLARK,” “INDIANA,” “2017,” and “E PLURIBUS UNUM.”

Proof
[High-Res Image]

2017 George Rogers Clark National Historical Park Proof Quarter

Quarters Issued in 2016

Shawnee National Forest

Reverse
Designer:  Justin Kunz
Engraver:  Jim Licaretz
Description:  depicts a close view of Camel Rock with natural vegetation in the foreground and a red-tailed hawk soaring in the sky overhead.  Inscriptions are “SHAWNEE,” “ILLINOIS,” “2016” and “E PLURIBUS UNUM.”

Uncirculated
[High-Res Image]

Proof
[High-Res Image]

2016 Shawnee National Forest Uncirculated Quarter 2016 Shawnee National Forest Proof Quarter

Cumberland Gap National Historical Park

Reverse
Designer:  Barbara Fox
Engraver:  Joseph Menna
Description:  features a frontiersman gazing across the mountains to the West.  Many pioneers used Cumberland Gap on their journey into the western frontiers of Kentucky and Tennessee. Inscriptions are “CUMBERLAND GAP,” “FIRST DOORWAY TO THE WEST,” “KENTUCKY,” “2016” and “E PLURIBUS UNUM.”

Uncirculated
[High-Res Image]

Proof
[High-Res Image]

2016 Cumberland Gap National Historical Park Uncirculated Quarter 2016 Cumberland Gap National Historical Park Proof Quarter

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park

Reverse
Designer:  Thomas Hipschen
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description:  features John Brown’s Fort, the site of John Brown’s last stand during his raid on the Harpers Ferry Armory. Inscriptions are “HARPERS FERRY,” “WEST VIRGINIA,” “JOHN BROWN'S FORT,” “2016” and “E PLURIBUS UNUM.”

Uncirculated
[High-Res Image]

Proof
[High-Res Image]

2016 Harpers Ferry National Historical Park Uncirculated Quarter 2016 Harpers Ferry National Historical Park Proof Quarter

Theodore Roosevelt National Park

Reverse
Designer:  Joel Iskowitz
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description:  depicts a young Theodore Roosevelt on horseback surveying the terrain near the Little Missouri River.  Inscriptions are “THEODORE ROOSEVELT,” “NORTH DAKOTA,” “2016” and “E PLURIBUS UNUM.”

Uncirculated
[High-Res Image]

Proof
[High-Res Image]

2016 Theodore Roosevelt National Park Uncirculated Quarter 2016 Theodore Roosevelt National Park Proof Quarter

Fort Moultrie at Fort Sumter National Monument

Reverse
Designer:  Richard Scott
Engraver:  Joseph Menna
Description:  depicts Sergeant William Jasper returning the regimental flag to the ramparts while under attack from a British ship.  Inscriptions are “FORT MOULTRIE,” “SOUTH CAROLINA,” “2016” and “E PLURIBUS UNUM.”

Uncirculated
[High-Res Image]

Proof
[High-Res Image]

2016 Fort Moultrie at Fort Sumter National Monument  Uncirculated Quarter 2016 Fort Moultrie at Fort Sumter National Monument Proof Quarter

Quarters Issued in 2015

Homestead National Monument of America

Reverse
Designer:  Ronald D. Sanders
Engraver:  Jim Licaretz
Description:  represents the three fundamentals of survival common to all homesteaders:  food, shelter, and water."Inscriptions are “HOMESTEAD,” “NEBRASKA,” “2015,” and “E PLURIBUS UNUM.”

Uncirculated
[High-Res Image]

Proof
[High-Res Image]

2015 Homestead National Monument of America Uncirculated Quarter 2015 Homestead National Monument of America Proof Quarter

Kisatchie National Forest

Reverse
Designer:  Susan Gamble
Engraver:  Joseph Menna
Description:  features a wild turkey in flight over blue stem grass with long leaf pine in the background.  Inscriptions are “KISATCHIE,” “LOUISIANA,” “2015” and “E PLURIBUS UNUM.”

Uncirculated
[High-Res Image]

Proof
[High-Res Image]

2015 Kisatchie National Forest Uncirculated Quarter 2015 Kisatchie National Forest Proof Quarter

Blue Ridge Parkway

Reverse
Designer:  Frank Morris
Engraver:  Joseph Menna
Description:  depicts the grace and curvature of the road hugging the side of a mountain, with the North Carolina state flower in the foreground.  Inscriptions are “BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY,” “NORTH CAROLINA,” “2015” and “E PLURIBUS UNUM.”

Uncirculated
[High-Res Image]

Proof
[High-Res Image]

2015 Blue Ridge Parkway Uncirculated Quarter 2015 Blue Ridge Parkway Proof Quarter

Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge

Reverse
Designer:  Joel Iskowitz
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description:  features a great blue heron in the foreground and a great egret in the background.  Inscriptions are “BOMBAY HOOK,” “DELAWARE,” “2015” and “E PLURIBUS UNUM.”

Uncirculated
[High-Res Image]

Proof
[High-Res Image]

2015 Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge Uncirculated Quarter 2015 Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge Proof Quarter

Saratoga National Historical Park

Reverse
Designer:  Barbara Fox
Engraver:  Renata Gordon
Description:  depicts a close-up of the moment General John Burgoyne surrendered his sword to General Horatio Gates, a turning point many believe marked the ‘beginning of the end of the American Revolutionary War.’  Inscriptions are “BRITISH SURRENDER 1777,” “SARATOGA,” “NEW YORK,” “2015” and “E PLURIBUS UNUM.”

Uncirculated
[High-Res Image]

Proof
[High-Res Image]

2015 Saratoga National Historical Park Uncirculated Quarter 2015 Saratoga National Historical Park Proof Quarter

To view America the Beautiful Quarters® Program designs from previous years, follow this link to the Historical Image Library.


Native American $1 Coin

2017 Native American $1 Coin

Year:  2017

Public Law:  110-82

Sequoyah: George Gist, Cherokee (1776-1843)

Obverse
Designer:  Glenna Goodacre
Description:  The obverse design retains the central figure of “Sacagawea,” first produced in 2000, and contains the inscriptions “LIBERTY” and “IN GOD WE TRUST.”

Reverse
Designer:  Chris Costello
Engraver:  Charles L. Vickers
Description:  The reverse design features a profiled likeness of Sequoyah writing “Sequoyah from Cherokee Nation” in syllabary along the border of the design. Inscriptions are “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “$1” and “Sequoyah” written in English in the field of the design.

Line Art
Reverse:  [High-Res Image]

2017 Native American One Dollar Coin

2016 Native American $1 Coin

Year:  2016

Public Law:  110-82

Code Talkers from both World War I and World War II (1917-1945)

Obverse
Designer:  Glenna Goodacre
Description:  The obverse design remains the central figure of “Sacagawea,” first produced in 2000, and contains the inscriptions “LIBERTY” and “IN GOD WE TRUST.”

Reverse
Designer:  Thomas D. Rogers, Sr.
Engraver:  Renata Gordon
Description:  The reverse design features two helmets with the inscriptions “WWI” and “WWII”, and two feathers that form a "V," symbolizing victory, unity, and the important role that these code talkers played. Additional inscriptions are “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “$1” and “CODE TALKERS.”

Proof
Obverse:  [High-Res Image]
Reverse:  [High-Res Image]

Uncirculated
Obverse:  [High-Res Image]
Reverse:  [High-Res Image]

2016 Native American $1 Proof Coin 2016 Native American $1 Uncirculated Coin

2015 Native American $1 Coin

Year:  2015

Public Law:  110-82

Mohawk high iron workers, builders of New York City and other skylines (from 1886)

Obverse
Designer:  Glenna Goodacre
Description:  The obverse design remains the central figure of “Sacagawea,” first produced in 2000, and contains the inscriptions “LIBERTY” and “IN GOD WE TRUST.”

Reverse
Designer:  Ronald D. Sanders
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description:  The reverse design depicts a Mohawk ironworker reaching for an I-beam that is swinging into position, rivets on the left and right side of the border, and a high elevation view of the city skyline in the background.  Inscriptions include Mohawk Ironworkers and the required inscriptions “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA” and “$1”.

Proof
Obverse:  [High-Res Image]
Reverse:  [High-Res Image]

Uncirculated
Obverse:  [High-Res Image]
Reverse:  [High-Res Image]

2015 Native American $1 Proof Coin  2015 Native American $1 Uncirculated Coin

To view Native American $1 Coin designs from previous years, follow this link to the Historical Image Library.


Presidential $1 Coins

Edge-Incused Lettering

Description:  The 2007-2008 Presidential $1 coins featured edge-incused inscriptions of the year of minting or issuance, "E PLURIBUS UNUM," "IN GOD WE TRUST" and the mint mark.  Beginning in 2009, Presidential $1 coins feature edge-incused inscriptions of the year of minting or issuance, "E PLURIBUS UNUM" and the mint mark. Edge-incused inscription positions vary with each coin.

Uncirculated
Hi-Res Image

Statue of Liberty Design Reverse

Designer:  Don Everhart
Engraver:  Don Everhart
Description:  Features a striking rendition of the Statue of Liberty with the inscriptions "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" and "$1."

Uncirculated
Hi-Res Image
Proof
Hi-Res Image

Edge-incused lettering.Presidential $1 Coin: Reverse

2016 Designs

Richard M. Nixon

Designer:  Don Everhart
Engraver:  Don Everhart
Description:  Features a profile portrait of Richard M. Nixon. Inscriptions are "RICHARD M. NIXON," "IN GOD WE TRUST," "37th PRESIDENT" and "1969-1974."

Uncirculated
[High-Res Image]

Proof
[High-Res Image]

2016 Presidential One Dollar Uncirculated Coin - Richard M. Nixon  2016 Presidential One Dollar Proof Coin - Richard M. Nixon 

Gerald R. Ford

Designer:  Phebe Hemphill
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description:  Features a forward facing portrait of Gerald R. Ford. Inscriptions are "GERALD R. FORD," "IN GOD WE TRUST," "38th PRESIDENT" and "1974-1977."

Uncirculated
[High-Res Image]

Proof
[High-Res Image]

2016 Presidential One Dollar Uncirculated Coin - Gerald R. Ford  2016 Presidential One Dollar Proof Coin - Gerald R. Ford 

Ronald Reagan

Designer:  Richard Masters
Engraver:  Joseph Menna
Description:  Features a forward facing portrait of Ronald Reagan. Inscriptions are "RONALD REAGAN," "IN GOD WE TRUST," "40th PRESIDENT" and "1981-1989."

Uncirculated
[High-Res Image]

Proof
[High-Res Image]

2016 Presidential One Dollar Uncirculated Coin - Ronald Reagan  2016 Presidential One Dollar Proof Coin - Ronald Reagan 

2015 Designs

Harry S. Truman

Designer:  Don Everhart
Engraver:  Don Everhart
Description:  Features a forward facing portrait of Harry S. Truman. Inscriptions are "HARRY S. TRUMAN," "IN GOD WE TRUST," "33rd PRESIDENT" and "1945 – 1953."

Uncirculated
[High-Res Image]

Proof
[High-Res Image]

2015 Presidential $1 Uncirculated Coin Obverse – Harry S. Truman  2015 Presidential $1 Proof Coin Obverse – Harry S. Truman 

Dwight D. Eisenhower

Designer:  Joseph Menna
Engraver:  Joseph Menna
Description:  Features a forward facing portrait of Dwight D. Eisenhower. Inscriptions are "DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER," "IN GOD WE TRUST," "34th PRESIDENT" and "1953 – 1961."

Uncirculated
[High-Res Image]

Proof
[High-Res Image]

2015 Presidential $1 Uncirculated Coin Obverse – Dwight D. Eisenhower  2015 Presidential $1 Proof Coin Obverse – Dwight D. Eisenhower

John F. Kennedy

Designer: Don Everhart
Engraver: Don Everhart
Description:  Features a portrait of John F. Kennedy looking down, a pose reminiscent of that of his official White House portrait. Inscriptions are "JOHN F. KENNEDY," "IN GOD WE TRUST," "35th PRESIDENT" and "1961 – 1963."

Uncirculated
[High-Res Image]

Proof
[High-Res Image]
2015 Presidential $1 Uncirculated Coin Obverse – John F. Kennedy  2015 Presidential $1 Proof Coin Obverse – John F. Kennedy

Lyndon B. Johnson

Designer:  Michael Gaudioso
Engraver:  Michael Gaudioso
Description:  Features a forward facing portrait of Lyndon B. Johnson. Inscriptions are "LYNDON B. JOHNSON," "IN GOD WE TRUST," "36th PRESIDENT" and "1963 – 1969."

Uncirculated
[High-Res Image]

Proof
[High-Res Image]

2015 Presidential $1 Uncirculated Coin Obverse – Lyndon B. Johnson  2015 Presidential $1 Proof Coin Obverse – Lyndon B. Johnson

To view Presidential $1 Coin designs from previous years, follow this link to the Historical Image Library.


John F. Kennedy Half-Dollar

Obverse
Engraver:  Gilroy Roberts
Description:  Depicts a bust of President Kennedy.

Reverse
Engraver:  Frank Gasparro
Description:  Depicts the Presidential Coat of Arms.

Proof
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Uncirculated
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

John F. Kennedy Half-Dollar Proof Coin John F. Kennedy Half-Dollar Uncirculated Coin

Roosevelt Dime

Obverse
Engraver: John Sinnock
Description: Depicts a portrait of President Roosevelt.

Reverse
Engraver:  John Sinnock
Description: A torch, an olive branch and an oak branch.

Proof
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Uncirculated
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image


"Return to Monticello" Nickel

Obverse
Designer:  Jamie Franki
Engraver:  Donna Weaver
Description:  Bears an image of President Thomas Jefferson based on the Rembrandt Peale painting of 1800.

Reverse
Designer:  Felix Schlag
Engraver:  Felix Schlag
Description:  Restored 1938 design of President Jefferson's Virginia home of Monticello.

Proof
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Uncirculated
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image


Lincoln One-Cent Coin

Obverse
Engraver:  Victor D. Brenner
Description:  Bears the likeness of President Lincoln.

Reverse
Designer:  Lyndall Bass
Engraver:  Joseph Menna
Description: The reverse features a union shield with a scroll draped across it. The 13 vertical stripes of the shield represent the states joined in one compact union to support the federal government, represented by the horizontal bar above.

Proof:
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Uncirculated
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image


American Eagle Platinum Reverse Proof Coin

The enhanced reverse proof coin features a frosted background and a brilliant, mirror-like finish on the raised elements of the coin. This is an enhanced reverse proof version because it is not an exact opposite polish of the regular proof version. The design elements on the enhanced reverse proof platinum coin were strategically selected to feature the proof, mirror-like finish in contrast to frosted background design elements to enhance the entire image.

Year:  2007
Public Law:  104-208

Obverse
Designer:  John Mercanti
Engraver:  John Mercanti
Description:  "Portrait of Liberty," Lady Liberty looking toward the future.

Reverse
Designer:  Thomas Cleveland
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description:  Representing the Executive Branch and depicts a bald eagle with its wings spread wide to represent freedom with a shield at the ready to enforce the laws that guarantee those freedoms.

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American Eagle Platinum Reverse Proof Coin.

American Eagle Platinum Proof Coin

Year:  2016
Public Law:  104-208

Obverse
Designer:  John Mercanti
Engraver:  John Mercanti
Description:  "Portrait of Liberty," Liberty looks to the future in this modern interpretation of an American icon, the Statue of Liberty.

Reverse
Designer: Paul C. Balan
Engraver: Joseph Menna
Description:  The design depicts Liberty holding a torch of enlightenment in her right hand and an olive branch in her left to symbolize peace. The olives represent the Thirteen Original Colonies. A bald eagle with its wings outstretched appears beside Liberty. Inscriptions are "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "1 OZ.," ".9995 PLATINUM" and "$100."  

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Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

2016 American Eagle Platinum Proof Coin

To view American Eagle Platinum Proof Coin designs from previous years, follow this link to the Historical Image Library.


American Eagle Gold Proof Coins

Year:  1986-Present
Public Law:  99-185

Obverse
Designer:  Augustus Saint-Gaudens
Description:  Modified design of Saint-Gaudens' U.S. $20 gold coin design, "Standing Liberty".

Reverse
Designer:  Miley Frances Busiek
Description:  "Family of Eagles" motif, symbolizing family tradition and unity.

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Obverse: Hi-Res Image

Reverse:

2016 American Eagle Gold Proof Coin

American Eagle Silver Proof Coin

Year:  1986-2008, 2010-Present
Public Law:  99-61 (Liberty Coin Act)

Obverse:
Designer:  Adolph A. Weinman
Description:  "Walking Liberty," from Weinman's Walking Liberty Half Dollar, minted 1916–1947.

Reverse:
Engraver:  John Mercanti
Description:  Heraldic eagle with shield, symbolizing strength and endurance.

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Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

American Eagle Silver Proof Coin

American Eagle Gold Bullion Coin

Year:  1986-Present
Public Law:  99-185

Obverse
Designer:  Augustus Saint-Gaudens
Description:  Modified design of Saint-Gaudens' U.S. $20 gold coin design, "Standing Liberty".

Reverse
Designer:  Miley Frances Busiek
Description:  "Family of Eagles" motif, symbolizing family tradition and unity.

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Obverse: Hi-Res Image

Reverse:

American Eagle Gold Bullion Coin.

American Eagle Silver Bullion Coin

Year:  1986-Present
Public Law:  99-61

Obverse
Designer:  Adolph A. Weinman
Description:  "Walking Liberty", from Weinman's Walking Liberty Half Dollar, minted 1916-1947.

Reverse
Engraver:  John Mercanti
Description:  Heraldic eagle with shield, symbolizing strength and endurance.

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Obverse: Hi-Res Image
Reverse: Hi-Res Image

American Eagle One Ounce Silver Bullion Coin

American Eagle Platinum Bullion Coin

Year:  1997-2008, 2014
Public Law:  99-61

Obverse
Engraver:  John Mercanti
Description:  "Portrait of Liberty," Lady Liberty looking toward the future.

Reverse
Engraver:  Thomas D. Rogers
Description:  Eagle soaring above America.

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Obverse: Hi-Res Image
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American Eagle One Ounce Platinum Bullion Coin

American Eagle Platinum Uncirculated Coin

Year:  2008
Public Law:  104-208

Obverse:
Designer:  John Mercanti
Engraver:  John Mercanti
Description:  "Portrait of Liberty," Lady Liberty looking toward the future.

Reverse:
Designer:  Joel Iskowitz
Engraver:  Charles Vickers
Description:  Representing the Judicial Branch, the design features Lady Justice, a classic symbol dating back to Greek and Roman times. In her right hand, the scales are suspended from one finger, representing the delicate balance of the law. In the other hand she holds the sword, signifying the power that is held by those making the decision. The bald eagle, our Nation's symbol of power, courage and freedom, is featured watching over our firm foundation of democracy.

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American Eagle Platinum Uncirculated Coin

American Eagle Gold Uncirculated Coin

Year:  1986-2008, 2011-Present
Public Law:  99-185

Obverse:
Designer:  Augustus Saint-Gaudens
Description:  Modified design of Saint-Gaudens' U.S. $20 gold coin design, "Standing Liberty".

Reverse:
Engraver:  Miley Frances Busiek
Description:  "Family of Eagles" motif, symbolizing family tradition and unity.

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Obverse: Hi-Res Image
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Reverse: Hi-Res Image

American Eagle One Ounce Gold Uncirculated Coin

American Eagle Silver Uncirculated Coin

Year: 2006-2008, 2011-Present
Public Law:  99-61

Obverse:
Designer:  Adolph A. Weinman
Description:  "Walking Liberty", from Weinman's Walking Liberty Half Dollar, minted 1916-1947.

Reverse:
Engraver:  John Mercanti
Description:  Heraldic eagle with shield, symbolizing strength and endurance.

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Obverse: Hi-Res Image
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Reverse: Hi-Res Image

American Eagle One Ounce Silver Uncirculated Coin

America the Beautiful Five Ounce Silver Coins

Washington Quarter Obverse Redesign

Original Obverse:  John Flanagan
Modification to Obverse:  William Cousins

Bullion
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Uncirculated
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America the Beautiful Silver Bullion Coin Obverse America the Beautiful Five Ounce Silver Uncirculated Coin™ Obverse

Quarters Issued in 2017

Effigy Mounds National Monument

Reverse
Designer:  Richard Masters
Engraver:  Renata Gordon
Description:  depicts an aerial view of mounds in the Marching Bear Group. Inscriptions are “EFFIGY MOUNDS,” “IOWA,” “2017,” and “E PLURIBUS UNUM.”

Bullion
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2017 America the Beautiful Five Ounce Bullion Silver Coin — Effigy Mounds National Monument

Frederick Douglass National Historic Site

Reverse
Designer:  Thomas Hipschen
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description:  depicts Frederick Douglass seated at a writing desk with his home in Washington, D.C. in the background. Inscriptions are “FREDERICK DOUGLASS,” “DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA,” “2017,” and “E PLURIBUS UNUM.”

Bullion
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2017 America the Beautiful Five Ounce Bullion Silver Coin — Frederick Douglass National Historic Site

Ozark National Scenic Riverways

Reverse
Designer:  Ronald D. Sanders
Engraver:  Renata Gordon
Description:  depicts Alley Mill, a steel roller mill built in 1894. This merchant mill was used to convert wheat into flour. Much of the original milling equipment is still in place, and visitors to the park can tour the mill. Inscriptions are “OZARK RIVERWAYS,” “MISSOURI,” “2017,” and “E PLURIBUS UNUM.”

Bullion
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2017 America the Beautiful Five Ounce Bullion Silver Coin Reverse — Ozark National Scenic Riverways

Ellis Island (Statue of Liberty National Monument)

Reverse
Designer:  Barbara Fox
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description:  depicts an immigrant family approaching Ellis Island with a mixture of hope and uncertainty. The hospital building can be seen in the background. Inscriptions are “ELLIS ISLAND,” “NEW JERSEY,” “2017,” and “E PLURIBUS UNUM.”

Bullion
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2017 America the Beautiful Five Ounce Bullion Silver Coin - Ellis Island (Statue of Liberty National Monument)

George Rogers Clark National Historical Park

Reverse
Designer:  Frank Morris
Engraver:  Michael Gaudioso
Description:  features George Rogers Clark leading his men through the flooded plains approaching Fort Sackville. Inscriptions are “GEORGE ROGERS CLARK,” “INDIANA,” “2017,” and “E PLURIBUS UNUM.”

Bullion
High-Res Image

2017 America the Beautiful Five Ounce Bullion Silver Coin — George Rogers Clark National Historical Park

Quarters Issued in 2016

Shawnee National Forest

Reverse
Designer:  Justin Kunz
Engraver:  Jim Licaretz
Description:  depicts a close view of Camel Rock with natural vegetation in the foreground and a red-tailed hawk soaring in the sky overhead. Inscriptions are "SHAWNEE," "ILLINOIS," "2016" and "E PLURIBUS UNUM."

Bullion
High-Res Image

Uncirculated
High-Res Image

2016 America the Beautiful Five Ounce Silver Bullion Coin – Shawnee National Forest, Illinois 2016 America the Beautiful Five Ounce Silver Uncirculated Coin™ – Shawnee National Forest, Illinois

Cumberland Gap National Historical Park

Reverse
Designer:  Barbara Fox
Engraver:  Joseph Menna
Description:  features a frontiersman gazing across the mountains to the West. Many pioneers used Cumberland Gap on their journey into the western frontiers of Kentucky and Tennessee. Inscriptions are "CUMBERLAND GAP," "FIRST DOORWAY TO THE WEST," "KENTUCKY," "2016" and "E PLURIBUS UNUM."

Bullion
High-Res Image

Uncirculated
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2016 America the Beautiful Five Ounce Silver Bullion Coin – Cumberland National Historical Park, Kentucky 2016 America the Beautiful Five Ounce Silver Uncirculated Coin™ – Cumberland National Historical Park, Kentucky

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park

Reverse
Designer:  Thomas Hipschen
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description:  features John Brown Fort, the site of John Brown's last stand during his raid on the Harpers Ferry Armory. Inscriptions are "HARPERS FERRY," "WEST VIRGINIA," "JOHN BROWN'S FORT," "2016" and "E PLURIBUS UNUM."

Bullion
High-Res Image

Uncirculated
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2016 America the Beautiful Five Ounce Silver Bullion Coin – Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, West Virginia 2016 America the Beautiful Five Ounce Silver Uncirculated Coin™ – Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, West Virginia

Theodore Roosevelt National Park

Reverse
Designer:  Joel Iskowitz
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description:  depicts a young Theodore Roosevelt on horseback surveying the terrain near the Little Missouri River. Inscriptions are "THEODORE ROOSEVELT," "NORTH DAKOTA," "2016" and "E PLURIBUS UNUM."

Bullion
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Uncirculated
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2016 America the Beautiful Five Ounce Silver Bullion Coin – Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota 2016 America the Beautiful Five Ounce Silver Uncirculated Coin™ – Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota

Fort Moultrie at Fort Sumter National Monument

Reverse
Designer:  Richard Scott
Engraver:  Joseph Menna
Description:  depicts Sergeant William Jasper returning the regimental flag to the ramparts while under attack from a British ship. Inscriptions are "FORT MOULTRIE," "SOUTH CAROLINA," "2016" and "E PLURIBUS UNUM."

Bullion
High-Res Image

Uncirculated
High-Res Image

2016 America the Beautiful Five Ounce Silver Bullion Coin – Fort Moultrie (Fort Sumter National Monument), South Carolina 2016 America the Beautiful Five Ounce Silver Uncirculated Coin™ - Fort Moultrie (Fort Sumter National Monument), South Carolina

Quarters Issued in 2015

Homestead National Monument of America

Reverse
Designer:  Ronald D. Sanders
Engraver:  Jim Licaretz
Description:  represents the three fundamentals of survival common to all homesteaders: food, shelter, and water. Inscriptions are "HOMESTEAD," "NEBRASKA," "2015," and "E PLURIBUS UNUM."

Bullion
High-Res Image

Uncirculated
High-Res Image

2015 America the Beautiful Five Ounce Silver Bullion Coin – Homestead National Monument of America, Nebraska 2014 America the Beautiful Five Ounce Silver Uncirculated Coin™ – Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee

Kisatchie National Forest

Reverse
Designer:  Susan Gamble
Engraver:  Joseph Menna
Description:  features a wild turkey in flight over blue stem grass with long leaf pine in the background. Inscriptions are "KISATCHIE," "LOUISIANA," "2015" and "E PLURIBUS UNUM."

Bullion
High-Res Image

Uncirculated
High-Res Image

2015 America the Beautiful Five Ounce Silver Bullion Coin - Kisatchie National Forest, Louisiana 2015 America the Beautiful Five Ounce Silver Uncirculated Coin™ – Kisatchie National Forest, Louisiana

Blue Ridge Parkway

Reverse
Designer:  Frank Morris
Engraver:  Joseph Menna
Description:  depicts the grace and curvature of the road hugging the side of a mountain, with the North Carolina state flower in the foreground. Inscriptions are "BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY," "NORTH CAROLINA," "2015" and "E PLURIBUS UNUM."

Bullion
High-Res Image

Uncirculated
High-Res Image

2015 America the Beautiful Five Ounce Silver Bullion Coin - Blue Ridge Parkway, North Carolina2015 America the Beautiful Five Ounce Silver Uncirculated Coin - Blue Ridge Parkway, North Carolina

Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge

Reverse
Designer:  Joel Iskowitz
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill
Description:  features a great blue heron in the foreground and a great egret in the background. Inscriptions are "BOMBAY HOOK," "DELAWARE," "2015" and "E PLURIBUS UNUM."

Bullion
High-Res Image

Uncirculated
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2015 America the Beautiful Five Ounce Silver Bullion Coin – Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge, Delaware2015 America the Beautiful Five Ounce Silver Uncirculated Coin – Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge, Delaware

Saratoga National Historical Park

Reverse
Designer:  Barbara Fox
Engraver:  Renata Gordon
Description:  depicts a close-up of the moment General John Burgoyne surrendered his sword to General Horatio Gates, a turning point many believe marked the 'beginning of the end of the American Revolutionary War.' Inscriptions are "BRITISH SURRENDER 1777," "SARATOGA," "NEW YORK," "2015" and "E PLURIBUS UNUM."

Bullion
High-Res Image

Uncirculated
High-Res Image

2015 America the Beautiful Five Ounce Silver Bullion Coin - Saratoga National Historical Park, New York2015 America the Beautiful Five Ounce Silver Uncirculated Coin - Saratoga National Historical Park, New York

To view America the Beautiful Silver Coin designs from previous years, follow this link to the Historical Image Library.


American Buffalo Program

American Buffalo Gold Bullion Coin

Year:  2006 – Present
Public Law:  109-145; Presidential $1 Coin Act of 2005

Obverse
Engraver:  James Earle Fraser
Description: Based on the original 1913 Buffalo nickel, Type 1, as designed by James Earle Fraser—features a profile of a Native American.

Reverse
Engraver:  James Earle Fraser
Description:  Based on the original 1913 Buffalo nickel, Type 1, as designed by James Earle Fraser—features an American Buffalo (also known as a bison).

Bullion
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

American Buffalo One Ounce Gold Bullion Coin

American Buffalo Gold Proof Coin

Year:  2006 – Present
Public Law:  109-145; Presidential $1 Coin Act of 2005

Obverse
Engraver:  James Earle Fraser
Description:  Based on the original 1913 Buffalo nickel, Type 1, as designed by James Earle Fraser—features a profile of a Native American.

Reverse
Engraver:  James Earle Fraser
Description:  Based on the original 1913 Buffalo nickel, Type 1, as designed by James Earle Fraser—features an American Buffalo (also known as a bison).

Proof
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

American Buffalo Gold Proof Coin

American Buffalo Gold Reverse Proof Coin

Year:  2013
Public Law  109– 145; Presidential $1 Coin Act of 2005

Obverse
Engraver:  James Earle Fraser
Description: Based on the original 1913 Buffalo nickel, Type 1, as designed by James Earle Fraser—features a profile of a Native American.

Reverse
Engraver:  James Earle Fraser
Description:  Based on the original 1913 Buffalo nickel, Type 1, as designed by James Earle Fraser—features an American Buffalo (also known as a bison).

Proof
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

American Buffalo Gold Reverse Proof Coin

American Buffalo Gold Uncirculated Coin

Year:  2008
Authority:  31 U.S.C. § 5112(i)(4)

Obverse
Engraver:  James Earle Fraser
Description:  Based on the original 1913 Buffalo nickel, Type 1, as designed by James Earle Fraser—features a profile of a Native American.

Reverse
Engraver:  James Earle Fraser
Description:  Based on the original 1913 Buffalo nickel, Type 1, as designed by James Earle Fraser—features an American Buffalo (also known as a bison).

Uncirculated
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

American Buffalo Gold Uncirculated Coin

First Spouse Gold Coin Program

2016 First Spouse Gold Coins

Patricia Nixon

Obverse
Designer: Richard Masters
Engraver: Don Everhart

Reverse
Designer: Richard Masters
Engraver: Jim Licaretz
Description:  The design features stylized figures standing hand-in-hand surrounding a globe, symbolizing Mrs. Nixon's commitment to volunteerism around the world.

Proof
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Uncirculated
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

2016 First Spouse Gold Proof Coin — Patricia Nixon 2016 First Spouse Gold Uncirculated Coin — Patricia Nixon

Betty Ford

Obverse
Designer:  Barbara Fox
Engraver:  Michael Gaudioso

Reverse
Designer:  Chris Costello
Engraver:  Renata Gordon
Description: The design features a young woman ascending a staircase, representing Mrs. Ford’s openness and advocacy regarding addiction, breast cancer awareness and the rights of women.

Proof
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Uncirculated
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image
2016 First Spouse Gold Proof Coin — Betty Ford 2016 First Spouse Gold Uncirculated Coin — Betty Ford

Nancy Reagan

Obverse
Designer:  Benjamin Sowards
Engraver:  Joseph Menna

Reverse
Designer:  Joel Iskowitz
Engraver:  Don Everhart
Description: The design features Mrs. Reagan with her arms around two children during her “just say no” campaign.

Proof
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Uncirculated
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

2016 First Spouse Gold Proof Coin — Nancy Reagan 2016 First Spouse Gold Uncirculated Coin — Nancy Reagan

2015 First Spouse Gold Coins

Bess Truman

Obverse
Designer:  Joel Iskowitz
Engraver: Phebe Hemphill

Reverse
Designer:  Joel Iskowitz
Engraver:  Charles Vickers
Description:  The reverse features a locomotive wheel moving along railroad tracks, representing Mrs. Truman's support for her husband on his 1948 whistle stop campaign trip for re-election as president.

Proof
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Uncirculated
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

2015 First Spouse Gold Proof Coin – Bess Truman 2015 First Spouse Gold Uncirculated Coin – Bess Truman

Mamie Eisenhower

Obverse
Designer:  Richard Masters
Engraver:  Joseph Menna

Reverse
Designer:  Barbara Fox
Engraver:  Renata Gordon
Description:  The reverse features a woman's hand holding up a political campaign button with the slogan “I Like Mamie,” referring to Ms. Eisenhower's popularity as first lady, her involvement in her husband's presidential campaigns and the popular campaign slogan “I Like Ike.”

Proof
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Uncirculated
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

2015 First Spouse Gold Proof Coin – Mamie Eisenhower 2015 First Spouse Gold Uncirculated Coin – Mamie Eisenhower

Jacqueline Kennedy

Obverse
Designer:  Susan Gamble
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill

Reverse
Designer:  Benjamin Sowards
Engraver:  Jim Licaretz
Description:  The reverse features the saucer magnolia Mrs. Kennedy chose to be planted in the White House garden and near the eternal flame at her husband's grave at Arlington National Cemetery.  The petals stretch across the globe, its tips connecting the points of some of her most notable diplomatic visits.

Proof
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Uncirculated
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

2015 First Spouse Gold Proof Coin – Jacqueline Kennedy 2015 First Spouse Gold Uncirculated Coin  – Jacqueline Kennedy

Claudia “Lady Bird” Johnson

Obverse
Designer:  Linda Fox
Engraver:  Michael Gaudioso

Reverse
Designer:  Chris Costello
Engraver:  Renata Gordon
Description:  The reverse depicts the Jefferson Memorial, Washington Monument and flowers in reference to Mrs. Johnson's efforts in the beautification and conservation of America, which began in Washington, D.C.

Proof
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Uncirculated
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

2015 First Spouse Gold Proof Coin – Lady Bird Johnson 2015 First Spouse Gold Uncirculated Coin – Lady Bird Johnson

2014 First Spouse Gold Coins

Florence Harding

Obverse
Designer:  Thomas Cleveland
Engraver:  Joseph Menna

Reverse
Designer:  Thomas Cleveland
Engraver:  Don Everhart
Description:  Mrs. Harding championed the cause of World War I veterans, symbolized by the initials WWV that form a torch, transformed into a pen at its base to represent her extensive correspondence with veterans, their spouses, and widows.  The camera represents her orchestration of photo opportunities supporting her husband’s campaign.  The ballot box represents her distinction as the first First Lady to cast a vote for a presidential candidate, her husband.

Proof
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Uncirculated
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

2014 First Spouse Gold Proof Coin – Florence Harding 2014 First Spouse Gold Uncirculated Coin – Florence Harding

Grace Coolidge

Obverse
Designer:  Joel Iskowitz
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill

Reverse
Designer:  Frank Morris
Engraver:  Jim Licaretz
Description:  Mrs. Coolidge advocated for the deaf and hearing impaired.  This design depicts three hands finger-spelling the letters USA in American Sign Language against the backdrop of the White House.

Proof
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Uncirculated
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

2014 First Spouse Gold Proof Coin – Grace Coolidge 2014 First Spouse Gold Uncirculated Coin – Grace Coolidge

Lou Hoover

Obverse
Designer:  Susan Gamble
Engraver:  Michael Gaudioso

Reverse
Designer:  Richard Masters
Engraver:  Jim Licaretz
Description:  This design features a late 1920’s radio set.  Mrs. Hoover was the first First Lady to give a public radio address.

Proof
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Uncirculated
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

2014 First Spouse Gold Proof Coin – Lou Hoover 2014 First Spouse Gold Uncirculated Coin – Lou Hoover

Eleanor Roosevelt

Obverse
Designer:  Chris Costello
Engraver:  Phebe Hemphill

Reverse
Designer:  Chris Costello
Engraver:  Renata Gordon
Description: Mrs. Roosevelt’s right hand lights a candle, and its glowing light rises over a stylized graphic of the Earth’s curved horizon, symbolizing her life’s work and the global impact of her humanitarian initiatives.  Adlai Stevenson remarked after her death: "She would rather light a candle than curse the darkness, and her glow has warmed the world."

Proof
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

Uncirculated
Obverse:  Hi-Res Image
Reverse:  Hi-Res Image

2014 First Spouse Gold Proof Coin – Eleanor Roosevelt 2014 First Spouse Gold Uncirculated Coin – Eleanor Roosevelt
To view First Spouse Gold Coin Program designs from previous years, follow this link to the Historical Image Library.