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50 Dollars Heroes of D-Day
1994 year| Silver (.999) | 31.1 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Marshall Islands |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1979-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1994 |
| Value | 50 Dollars (50 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1986-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 31.1 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#86692 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Soldier coming up the beach with landing craft in background
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TO · THE · HEROES · OF · D·DAY
FIFTY DOLLARS
1944 1994
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1994 Marshall Islands $50 Heroes of D-Day silver coin features a unique design that sets it apart from other coins. The coin's reverse side depicts a soldier climbing up a beach obstacle during the D-Day invasion, while the obverse side features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. The coin's design was created by sculptor and medallist, P. Nathaniel C. Wyeth, and it was produced by the Franklin Mint. The coin's mintage was limited to 50,000 pieces, making it a rare and collectible item for coin enthusiasts.
