65th Infantry Borinqueneers Copper Medal Slab

65th Infantry Borinqueneers Copper Medal Slab 65th Infantry Borinqueneers Congressional Gold Medal Copper Duplicate Black Core Slab This impressive copper medal commemorates the 65th Infantry Regiment, famously known as the Borinqueneers, a segregated Puerto Rican unit of the United States Army. The obverse features a detailed portrait of a soldier with a landscape of his fellow troops, inscribed with 65th Infantry Regiment Borinqueneers. The reverse showcases the unit’s motto, Honor Et Fidelitas, along with their service history spanning from 1899 to 1956, including World War I, World War II, and the Korean War. Struck as a copper duplicate of the Congressional Gold Medal authorized in 2014, this piece is housed in a protective black core slab holder, which provides a striking contrast and enhances the visual appeal of the copper finish. This uncirculated commemorative piece serves as a powerful tribute to the bravery and historical legacy of these distinguished veterans. 65th Infantry Borinqueneers Congressional Gold Medal Copper Duplicate Slabbed Condition: The item appears to be in brilliant uncirculated condition, housed in a protective plastic slab. The surfaces exhibit a consistent matte finish with no visible signs of wear, scratches, or significant toning. The edges and rims are sharp, and the fields are clean. This copper medal maintains its original luster as issued by the mint. Mint: United States Mint Metal Content: Copper Historical Context: This medal honors the 65th Infantry Regiment, known as the Borinqueneers, a segregated unit composed primarily of Puerto Ricans that served with distinction in World War I, World War II, and the Korean War. The design was authorized by the 2014 Act of Congress to recognize their pioneering military service and devotion to duty. Strike Type: Matte Finish Grading: Ungraded/Uncertified Slab 65th Infantry Regiment, Borinqueneers, Congressional Gold Medal, Bronze Medal, Puerto Rico, Military History, World War I, World War II, Korean War, Honor Et Fidelitas, Numismatics, Commemorative Coin, US Mint, Infantrymen, Borinquen, Act of Congress 2014 65th Infantry Regiment, Borinqueneers, Congressional Gold Medal, Bronze Medal, Puerto Rico Military, World War I, World War II, Korean War, US Mint Medals, Military Collectibles IMPORTANT BIDDER NOTICE Bidder is solely responsible for determining value, condition, completeness, authenticity, fitment, grade, and usefulness before bidding. THIS ITEM IS SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. NO RETURNS. NO CANCELLATIONS. NO BID RETRACTIONS. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that they have reviewed the title, description, photographs, and any auction notices, and have had the opportunity to ask questions before bidding. Bidder agrees that: The item is being purchased strictly as shown in the photographs and described in the listing The auction house does not grade, test, appraise, or authenticate items unless specifically stated By registering and placing bids, the bidder expressly authorizes Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions to charge the payment method on file for any lots won, including buyer’s premium, applicable taxes, shipping, handling, and processing fees in accordance with the posted auction terms.“Charges may appear on your credit card statement under Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions, Iowa Surplus Auctions, ISA Auctions, ATR Auctions, or the payment processor associated with the auction.”ons, or the payment processor associated with Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions.” References to gold, silver, platinum, copper, plated, gold-gilded, gold-layered, silver-plated, or similar terminology may describe visual appearance, color, or decorative finish only Unless expressly verified in the listing, the metal content, purity, composition, or percentage is not tested, guaranteed, or represented by the auction house. Such descriptions may refer solely to aesthetic characteristics rather than actual metal composition. Third-party grading opinions are those of the third party alone Placing a bid creates a binding contract if the bidder wins the item, payment is required under the posted auction terms For coins, trading cards, and collectibles, items may be raw, graded, ungraded, authentic, reproduction, replica, reprint, or altered unless specifically stated otherwise. The bidder must rely on their own review and judgment before bidding. The bidder authorizes the Auction Company to submit all bidding records, platform activity logs, photographs, invoice history, and shipping documentation to payment processors, banks, and collection agencies to enforce these Terms. By placing any bid, the bidder acknowledges they have read the title and description in full, reviewed all photographs, and had the opportunity to ask questions prior to bidding. The bidder agrees they are purchasing the ite