50 Dollars USS Hornet
1998 yearSilver | 31.1 g | 38.61 mm |
Issuer | Marshall Islands |
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Period | Republic (1979-date) |
Type | Non-circulating coin |
Year | 1998 |
Value | 50 Dollars (50 USD) |
Currency | Dollar (1986-date) |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 31.1 g |
Diameter | 38.61 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Updated | 2024-10-06 |
Numista | N#174889 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Interesting fact
The USS Hornet coin features a unique design that showcases the aircraft carrier's history and significance. On the obverse side, the coin depicts the USS Hornet in action, with a squadron of aircraft taking off from its deck. The reverse side features a close-up of the ship's bow, with the words "USS Hornet" and "Marshall Islands" inscribed above and below the image. The coin's unique design and limited mintage make it a highly sought-after collector's item for numismatists and military history enthusiasts.