The 80th Anniversary Battle Of Midway Proof Coin Collection

Some six months after the heartbreaking losses at Pearl Harbor, America knew the enemy was determined to attack us again. Fortunately, through hard work and some luck, U.S. intelligence broke the Japanese naval code, revealing their plans. Swiftly repairing the Yorktown aircraft carrier - damaged in the Battle of the Coral Sea - the U.S. Navy sailed full speed ahead to Midway. This tiny, yet strategic atoll, a thousand miles beyond Hawaii, would be the focus of an epic air and naval battle that turned the tide of World War II in the Pacific. Now, salute the 80th anniversary of this history-making victory with collectible Proof coins in The 80th Anniversary Battle of Midway Proof Coin Collection, only from The Bradford Exchange Mint. Beginning with Issue One, The Battle of Midway, soon your collection will continue with Issue Two, Enemy Sighting and FREE Deluxe Display Box, followed by Issue Three, Aleutian Islands and additional collectible Battle of Midway anniversary Proof coins, each a separate issue to follow.‡

Intended as collectors' items, each of the commemorative Proof coins in this collection is richly plated in 99.9% silver. The front sides of the coins feature photographic imagery of the Battle of Midway along with 24K gold-plated privy marks, while the words "FAITH" and "VALOR" and the dates of the battle complete the front design. The back sides salute America's courageous USAAF pilots and U.S. Navy sailors who defended our freedom, accented by a fierce eagle below. Proof-quality coining dies create polished, mirror-like fields and raised, frosted images on each commemorative Proof coin. The Proof coins arrive sealed in crystal-clear capsules for heirloom protection and the handsome display box is perfect for storing your entire collection or giving it as a patriotic gift. Strong demand is anticipated for this 80th anniversary tribute, so don't miss this chance. Order now!