Each star on the wall represents 100 Americans who lost their lives in the war, and the olive branch represents the peace that followed thanks to their sacrifice. The obverse (heads) features a section of the Wall of Stars at the World War II Memorial with an olive branch. Commemorative coins are only available from the United States Mint for a limited time, as specified by public law.

Surcharges from the sales of these coins help fund a variety of organizations and projects that benefit the public. The surcharges support the maintenance and repairs of the National World War II Memorial, and educational and commemorative programs.Ĭommemorative coin programs are created by acts of Congress to honor a person, place, or event. Surcharges in the amount of $35 for each $5 gold coin sold, $10 for each silver dollar sold, and $5 for each half dollar sold are authorized to be paid to the Friends of the National World War II Memorial. Read More Read Less Recipient Organization: Friends of the National World War II Memorial

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