Buy 1 oz. Silver World War II: Valor & Victory Series Battle of Normandy Coins
On June 6, 1944—the date we we now remember as D-Day—nearly 133,000 troops from the United States and its allies landed on the shores of Normandy, France. By the end of the month, more than 850,000 troops and personnel, 148,000 vehicles, and 570,000 tons of supplies had landed, making it the largest amphibious invasion in military history.
Designed in the United States, this “Battle of Normandy” coin commemorates one of the most significant events of World War II. Presented in .9999 pure silver, its stunning imagery has been rendered in exquisite detail thanks to CIT’s advanced microminting technology and Mayer Mint's world-class striking facility.
Authorized official legal tender, this government-issued coin is backed for its silver weight, content, and purity.†
Why Buy 1 oz. Silver World War II: Valor & Victory Series Battle of Normandy Coins
Over 16 million Americans served in World War II. More than 75 years later, the World War II: Valor & Victory Series allows us to continue honoring their sacrifices and share their stories of valor and victory.
This exclusive release also represents a unique opportunity to add an important layer of protection to your portfolio. Many Americans prefer official legal-tender coins as they are backed by their issuing government for their weight, content, and purity. Designed in the United States of America and produced in collaboration with two of the world’s most trusted experts in government-issued coin production, this coin has an extremely high level of purity (.9999 silver) and features powerful imagery in stunning detail.
†Minted at the Mayer Mint in collaboration with CIT Coin Invest AG. Legal tender under the authority of the government of the Cook Islands.
History of the 1 oz. Silver World War II: Valor & Victory Series Battle of Normandy Coin
Designed and crafted under the guidance of two former Directors of the United States Mint, this series commemorates some of the most significant battles and events of World War II.
From the attack on Pearl Harbor that launched the United States into the war to victory at sea during the Battle of Midway, the bravery of the soldiers who stormed the beaches of Normandy on D-Day, and the iconic victory at the Battle of Iwo Jima, the four designs of the World War II: Valor & Victory Series pay tribute to the heroes who served their nation and protected the free world through their honor and sacrifice.
The World War II: Valor & Victory Series Battle of Normandy Coin Design
THE BATTLE OF NORMANDY SILVER COIN OBVERSE DESIGN
The obverse features part of Les Braves (The Brave), a monument located in Vierville-sur-Mer on Omaha Beach itself, sculpted by Anilore Banon in honor of the 60th anniversary of D-Day. Inscriptions include “MONUMENT LES BRAVES” and the coin’s weight, purity, legal-tender denomination, and nation of issue.
Inscriptions include “CHARLES III,” which is paired with a miniature device King Charles III's official portrait; “COOK ISLANDS” to denote the coin’s nation of issue; “1 OZ .9999 AG” expressing the coin’s weight and purity; “1 DOLLAR,” the coin’s monetary denomination (Cook Island Dollars); “MONUMENT LES BRAVES;” and "6 JUNE 1944," the date of the Normandy landings (D-Day).
THE BATTLE OF NORMANDY SILVER COIN REVERSE DESIGN
The reverse features an interpretation of Taxis to Hell – and Back – Into the Jaws of Death, a photograph taken on June 6, 1944 by U.S. Coast Guard chief petty officer and chief photographer’s mate Robert F. Sargent. It depicts soldiers disembarking from a Coast Guard-manned landing craft—nicknamed a “taxi”—at Omaha Beach during the Normandy landings.
Inscriptions include “BATTLE OF NORMANDY,” "D-DAY," and the year of issue presented in Roman numerals (MMXXIV).
How Much Do 1 oz. Silver Battle of Normandy Coins Cost?
As a bullion coin, this World War II: Valor & Victory coin’s market price is tied in part to its 1 oz. silver weight. However, this coin is also available exclusively from U.S. Money Reserve, and struck in strictly limited quantities.
Prices vary depending on current market prices for silver, supply and demand for both precious metals and this exclusive series, as well as local, national, and global economic conditions.
Where Can I Buy 1 oz. Silver Battle of Normandy Coins?
The World War II: Valor & Victory Series is available exclusively from U.S. Money Reserve. You can buy silver Battle of Normandy coins online and over the phone from your U.S. Money Reserve Account Executive.
The valor and victories of our American heroes in World War II deserve to be remembered, commemorated, and shared with future generations. Order your World War II: Valor & Victory silver coins today.
