(1991-1995) World War II 50th Anniversary Gold $5
Commemorative Coins
- Year of Issue: 1993
- Authorizing Legislation: Public Law 102-414
Background
Released on May 28, 1993, this coin was authorized in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the United States’ involvement in World War II.
Recipient Organization: The Battle of Normandy Foundation and the World War II Memorial
Surcharges from coin sales were primarily to be dedicated to:- Endow and dedicate, on the 50th Anniversary of D-Day, a United States D-Day and Battle of Normandy Memorial in Normandy, France and to encourage and support visits to the memorial by United States citizens, and especially students.
- Expenses incurred in establishing a memorial on Federal land in the District of Columbia or its environs to honor members of the Armed Forces of the United States who served in World War II and to commemorate the participation of the United States in that war.
Commemorative Coin Surcharges
Commemorative coin programs are created by acts of Congress to honor a person, place, or event. Surcharges from the sales of these coins help fund a variety of organizations and projects that benefit the public. Commemorative coins are only available from the United States Mint for a limited time, as specified by public law.
Characteristics
The obverse design of the coin features an American serviceman with rifle raised celebrating victory.
The reverse of the coin features "V" for victory at the center of the coin, with the Morse code cryptic for the letter "V" superimposed over the victory symbol and laurel leaves.
Obverse Inscriptions
- LIBERTY
- IN GOD WE TRUST
- 1991
- 1995
Reverse Inscriptions
- UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
- E PLURIBUS UNUM
- 5 DOLLARS
Mint and Mint Mark
Artist Information
Obverse- Designer: Charles J. Madsen
- Designer: Edward Southworth Fisher