Antique Gold and Antique Silver Plating.USS Iowa Warships of World War 2 75th Anniversary Coin Product Details
A truly remarkable WW2 collectible coin this World War 2 75th commemorative anniversary coin is perfect for your collection. Sun rays are seen behind the warship and a deep colorful blue sea completes the scene. She flew the colors of Admiral William Halsey as the 3rd fleet flagship at this historic event. This Iowa-Class battleship was at the signing of surrender by the Empire of Japan thus ending WW2. She was the first battleship to serve in the Atlantic Ocean during WW2. The USS Iowa was the lead ship of her class. With 11 battle stars from her actions in WW2 they are ornately displayed at the top of the coin. The nickname “The Big Stick” is also carved into the coin along with its hull number BB-61. The US flag in red and blue with silver accents and the great state of Iowa are also displayed. Featuring the strong bow line and superstructure of this famous battleship and its detailed 3 triple 16 inch mounted guns and 20 5 inch single mount guns all displayed on this magnificent coin. USS Iowa Warships of World War 2 75th Anniversary Coin was crafted with the level of detail a US Navy challenge coin deserves.