Navy and Marine Corps 250th Anniversary Announcement

Key Concepts

• United States Mint: The bureau responsible for producing coinage for the United States.
• American Eagle One Ounce Silver Proof Coin: A flagship coin series from the U.S. Mint, known for its high quality and collectible value.
• Privy Mark: A small secondary mark on a coin, often used to denote a special occasion or anniversary.
• Obverse: The "heads" side of a coin.
• Commemorative Coin Program: A series of coins issued to honor specific events, people, or institutions.
• Surcharge: An additional fee added to the price of a product, often for a specific charitable or commemorative purpose.
• Marine Corps Heritage Foundation: An organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the history and legacy of the U.S. Marine Corps.
• Marine Corps Heritage Center: A facility dedicated to the history and education of the U.S. Marine Corps.

Commemoration of U.S. Navy and Marine Corps 250th Birthdays

Kristie McNally, Acting Director of the United States Mint, announced the Mint's honor in celebrating the 250th birthdays of the U.S. Navy and U.S. Marine Corps. As a spouse of a Marine and a federal employee, McNally expressed a personal understanding of national service.

Special American Eagle Coin Releases

The U.S. Mint is releasing two special American Eagle one ounce silver proof coins to commemorate 250 years of American naval power:

• 250th Anniversary United States Navy American Eagle One Ounce Silver Proof Coin: Released on October 10th at noon.
• 250th Anniversary United States Marine Corps American Eagle One Ounce Silver Proof Coin: Released on November 10th at noon.

Coin Details:

• Obverse (Head Side): Each coin features a special privy mark.
  • The Navy coin includes the U.S. Navy emblem.
  • The Marine Corps coin includes the U.S. Marine Corps coat of arms.
• Coin Type: These are American Eagle one ounce Silver Proof Coins, chosen for their status as a flagship product that reflects American artistry, manufacturing, and pride.
• Material: Each coin is made of 99.9% silver.
• Significance: The American Eagle Silver Proof Coin series has been a staple in collections globally since 1986.

U.S. Mint's Connection to Tradition and Symbolism

The U.S. Mint emphasizes its deep connection to tradition, mirroring the armed forces. Iconic symbols have been featured on U.S. coinage since the Mint's founding in 1792. Symbols like liberty and the American Eagle are present on the mirror-like surfaces of these 99.9% silver proof coins.

2025 United States Marine Corps 250th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Program

In addition to the American Eagle coins, the Mint is offering a dedicated commemorative coin program for the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Marine Corps, available only in 2025:

• Program Components:
  • A $5 gold coin.
  • A $1 silver coin.
  • A half dollar clad coin.
• Authorization: This program is authorized by Congress to honor the Marine Corps and acknowledge their significant contributions to national security and protection.
• Surcharge Allocation: Each coin includes a surcharge that directly supports the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation in its mission to advance the Marine Corps Heritage Center.
  • $35 surcharge for each $5 gold coin.
  • $10 surcharge for each silver dollar.
  • $5 surcharge for each half dollar.

Purchasing Information

Interested individuals can purchase any of the mentioned coins or explore a full range of military-themed offerings by visiting usint.gov/military.

Conclusion

Kristie McNally concluded by thanking those for their service and extending congratulations on the 250th anniversaries of the U.S. Navy and U.S. Marine Corps on behalf of the United States Mint.