2012-W Infantry Soldier $1 Silver Commemorative Proof Coin (w/Box & COA)

2012-W Infantry Soldier $1 Silver Commemorative Proof Coin (w/Box & COA)

Introduction:

The most vital combat arms of the US Army is its infantry. This is one of the oldest branches in the US Army history dating back to the colonial times when it was first established. On June 14, 1775, the Second Continental Congress authorized the formation of ten companies of riflemen. To honor the legacy of the U.S. Army Infantry and celebrate the establishment of the National Infantry Museum and Soldier Center, US Mint released the 2012-W Infantry Soldier $1 Silver Commemorative Proof Coin.

Coin Features:

• Contains .7734 troy oz of .900 fine Silver.
• Minted at the West Point Mint and bears the “W” Mint mark.
• Mintage of 350,000 coins.
• Face Value of $1.
• Proof Condition.
• Obverse: Features a modern infantry soldier armed with rifle charging forward on rocky ground and beckoning the troops to follow, this symbolizes the “Follow Me” motto of infantry. Inscriptions: “LIBERTY,” “IN GOD WE TRUST,” and “2012.”
• Reverse: Displays the universally recognizable insignia of the infantry, “the crossed rifles.” Inscriptions: “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “ONE DOLLAR,” and “E PLURIBUS UNUM.”
• The coin comes in a mint-issued capsule which is placed in an attractive display box and is accompanied by a certificate of authentication.

• 100% Authentic.

Why buy the 2012-W Infantry Soldier $1 Silver Commemorative Proof Coin?

• The coin is minted at the reputed and world renowned US Mint.
• US Mint guarantees the weight, content, and purity of the coin with its certificate of authentication.
• Proof condition, which interests collectors.
• Patriotic design has great numismatic value.
• An awesome gift to a solider or a person with a military background.
• This US Silver Coin is made of .900 fine silver which attracts investors towards it.

• Helps diversify and stabilize your investment portfolio.

Detailed Information:

The National Infantry Museum and Soldier Center Commemorative Coin Act (Public Law 110-357) of October 8, 2008 has authorized the Secretary of Treasury to mint and issue up to 350,000 of the 2012 Infantry Soldier $1 Silver Commemorative Coin. These coins are released to honor the legacy of the U.S. Army Infantry and commemorate the establishment of the National Infantry Museum and Soldier Center, which is located in Columbus, Georgia. The Museum is well-known for its history, artifacts, and interactive multimedia exhibits which are all related to the US Army Infantry.

The design of the coin is required to be emblematic of these values; loyalty, duty, respect, selfless service, honor, integrity, and personal courage, all of which are known values of infantrymen. The US Treasury Secretary consulted the panel of National Infantry Foundation members and the Commission of Fine Arts to review the designs along with Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee and they chose Joel Iskowitz, a master designer of the Artistic Infusion Program (AIP).

The obverse features a modern day infantry soldier with his basic weapon, the rifle, charging forward on rocky grounds while beckoning his troops to follow which symbolizes the “Follow Me” motto of Infantry. The design was engraved by Sculptor-Engraver Michael Gaudioso.

The reverse features the universally recognized insignia of the US Army Infantry “two crossed muskets,” which are vintage 1795 Springfield muskets. The designer of reverse was AIP Associate Designer Ronald D. Sanders and it was engraved by Sculptor-Engraver Norman E. Nemeth.

The coin is made of 90% silver and 10% copper as well as being  minted in both Proof and Uncirculated versions. The Proof coins are all minted at the West Point Mint and bears the “W” mint mark.

Add a flavor of patriotism to your investment portfolio with this amazing coin.

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