Fort Peck Assiniboine and Sioux Tribe Code Talkers Bronze Medal 3 Inch
https://catalog.usmint.gov/fort-peck-assiniboine-and-sioux-tribe-code-talkers-bronze-medal-3-inch-CT0.html- Bronze duplicate of the Congressional Gold Medal awarded to the Fort Peck Assiniboine and Sioux Tribe Code Talkers
- Beautiful addition to any coin collection or gift for the World War II history enthusiast
- Measures 3 inches in diameter
The Fort Peck Assiniboine and Sioux Tribe Code Talkers 3 Inch Bronze Medal is a bronze duplicate of the Congressional Gold Medal awarded to Fort Peck Assiniboine and Sioux Tribe Code Talkers at a ceremony at the U.S. Capitol Building on November 20, 2013, in recognition of their dedication and valor. The medal measures three inches in diameter.
The obverse design features a World War II infantry helmet and two feathers. Inscriptions are “FORT PECK ASSINIBOINE,” “SIOUX TRIBES” and “CODE TALKERS.”
The reverse design features the outline of the Fort Peck Indian Reservation (a buffalo outlined by rivers and creeks), two eagle staffs, a Plains Indian dance whip and the 41st Infantry Division patch. Inscriptions are “WORLD WAR II,” “ACT OF CONGRESS 2008” and “B CO. 1ST BN 163RD INFANTRY.”
Design: | Obverse Designer/Engraver – Don Everhart Reverse – Joel Iskowitz Reverse Engraver – Jim Licaretz |
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Struck Under Authority of: | Public Law 110-420 |
Place Minted: | Philadelphia Mint (no mint mark) |
Composition: | 90% Copper & 10% Zinc |