1991 - 1995 WWII 50th Anniversary 2 pc Proof Collection

World War II was one of the largest conflicts that our world has ever seen, and it brought with it a level of destruction that was, up to that point, unrivaled in our history. In Fact it was on this very day, the men of the United States Marine Corp. began their assault of Iwo Jima. It would take 5 brutal days of fighting before they would hoist the American Flag in triumph over the island.

In honor of the incredibly brave individuals who served in our nation’s armed forces, the United States Mint released several sets in 1993 for the 50th Anniversary of the second world-wide conflict. In honor of today’s historic anniversary, we have brought back the most iconic collection released for the anniversary: the 1993 WWII 2pc. Proof Set!

This collection contains one 1993 WWII Half Dollar and one 1993 WWII Silver Dollar in proof condition directly from the United States Mint. These two releases honor the 50th anniversary of the United States’ involvement in World War II, with each piece paying respect to our numerous veterans in the armed forces.

The Half Dollar is from the Denver Mint and has an obverse that features three individual soldiers serving in different branches of the military. The reverse of this coin features a soldier from the Pacific Theater engaging in the island-hopping that defined the campaign

The 1993 Proof Silver Dollar’s obverse depicts the iconic scene of the soldier charging up out of the water and onto the shores of Normandy, France. The Reverse of this special silver dollar displays the shoulder-sleeve insignia of the Supreme Headquarters Allied Expeditionary Force alongside a quote from General Dwight D. Eisenhower

“I have full confidence in your courage, devotion to duty, and skill in battle. We will accept nothing less than full victory!”