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Chinese American WWII Veterans Copper Medal
Chinese American World War II Veterans Congressional Gold Medal Bronze Copper 3-Inch Mint Medal Black Core Slab
This copper bronze medal is a commemorative tribute to the Chinese American veterans who served during World War II, issued under the Act of Congress 2018. The obverse features a detailed design of seven Chinese American servicemen and women representing different branches of military service, with the inscriptions Chinese American Veterans of World War II and Proudly Served as Americans. The reverse depicts a Curtiss P-40 Warhawk, an M4 Sherman tank, and a battleship, representing the various theaters of war, surrounded by the names of the service branches. This specific medal is presented in a premium black core protective slab. It is an uncirculated matte finish specimen designed to honor the Distinguished Service and sacrifice of approximately 20,000 Chinese Americans who fought for the United States.
Chinese American World War II Veterans Congressional Gold Medal Bronze Duplicate
Condition: This medal appears to be in brilliant uncirculated condition, housed in a protective plastic slab. The surfaces exhibit a consistent matte finish characteristic of modern US Mint bronze duplicates, with no visible signs of wear, scratches, or oxidation. The fields are clean, and the intricate details of the figures and military equipment remain sharp.
Mint: United States Mint
Metal Content: Copper (Bronze)
Historical Context: This medal is a bronze duplicate of the Congressional Gold Medal authorized by the Chinese American World War II Veteran Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2018. It honors the approximately 20,000 Chinese Americans who served in all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces during World War II, recognizing their dedicated service despite the discriminatory laws of the era. The obverse depicts Chinese American servicemen and women from various military branches, while the reverse features a P-40 Warhawk, a Sherman tank, and a battleship.
Strike Type: Business Strike
Grading: Ungraded, housed in a generic protective slab.
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