2010 American Veterans Commemorative Dollars Now Released

The 2010 American Veterans Silver Commemorative Dollars were first offered to the public on February 25, 2010. The U.S. Mint will produce both an uncirculated and proof version of the coin. The uncirculated versions are $35.95 each. The proof versions are priced at $43.95.

The obverse of the coins will feature the feet of several disabled veterans to represent the millions of disabled veterans who served the United States of America. Arched above the design is a banner with the words "THEY STOOD UP FOR US." Below are the words "IN GOD WE TRUST," the date "2010" and the word "LIBERTY."

The reverse of the coin displays a prominent wreath wrapped by a ribbon which is supporting clusters of oak branches with a forget-me-not flower in the base. The oak branches are a representation of strength and the flower honors all of those who have fallen.

Within the wreath are the words "Take This Moment to Honor Our Disabled Defenders of Freedom." Above the wreath are the words "UNITED STATES of AMERICA' with the words "E PLURIBUS UNUM" and "ONE DOLLAR" displayed toward the bottom of the reverse design.

The maximum authorized mintage for both uncirculated and proof coins will be 350,000 for both versions combined. To order the coins, visit the U.S. Mint web site at www.USMint.gov. To preserve your coins in a tamper evident holder and have a guarantee of condition, feel free to send your coins in to PCGS.