The American Legion was founded by US soldiers stationed in Europe with the American Expeditionary Forces during the aftermath of World War I. American soldiers stationed in Paris, France, at this time founded the American Legion to support the current and future healthcare needs of veterans, organize community-centric events, and promote Americanism. Right now, 2019-W $5 Proof American Legion 100^th Anniversary Gold Coins are available to purchase online from JM Bullion.

Coin Highlights:

• Arrives inside of capsules and US Mint boxes with an included Certificate of Authenticity!
• Part of the US Mint’s 100^th Anniversary American Legion release!
• Limited mintage of only 50,000 coins across the gold product lineup!
• Contains 8.539 Grams (.2745 Troy oz) of actual gold content.
• Bears a face value of $5 (USD) backed by the federal government.
• Obverse designs include the Eiffel Tower and a “V” for victory.
• The reverse features a soaring American bald eagle with the emblem of the American Legion.
• Includes a “W” mint mark from the West Point Mint.

Each of the 2019-W $5 Proof American Legion 100^th Anniversary Gold Coins in this listing is a proof specimen with matte design elements overlaying mirrored background fields. The coins in the proof series of this collection are available inside of protective capsules and a black presentation case from the US Mint. All coins come with a Certificate of Authenticity.

The American Legion’s stated aim is to support veterans’ affairs and rehabilitation following wars, promote National Security, support Americanism, and even get involved with children and youth in local communities. The American Legion was founded by US soldiers of the American Expeditionary Forces in Paris, France, on March 15, 1919.

On the obverse side of 2019-W $5 Proof American Legion 100^th Anniversary Gold Coins is the image of the Eiffel Tower, a symbol of France known around the world that marks the group’s founding in Paris. There is a large “V” emblazoned over it that denotes the victory of American and Allied Forces over the Central Powers during the war.

The reverse face of 2019 Proof American Legion 100^th Anniversary Gold Coins includes the design of an American bald eagle soaring through the sky, a well-known symbol for America during times of conflict and peace alike. Also featured on this side is the American Legion emblem, a badge with a five-pointed star. The badge includes an inscription of “US” at the center of the star with “American Legion” around the rim of the badge.

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