On the night of May 1, 2011, years of intelligence gathering and months of painstaking preparation came down to a daring mission in Abbottabad, Pakistan. As President Barack Obama and his national security team waited for updates from half a world away, members of SEAL Team Six moved through the darkened compound with speed and precision toward their objective. Then, after nearly a decade of searching, the hunt for Osama bin Laden was over. Operation Neptune Spear had become a defining moment in America's fight against terrorism. Now, with this collection of War on Terror coins, you can honor the 15th anniversary of this historic mission, along with the pivotal figures and events that shaped this decades-long conflict. Introducing The Defending Freedom Proof Coin Collection, available exclusively from The Bradford Exchange Mint. This collection begins with Issue One, Justice Has Been Done. Soon, your collection will continue with Issue Two, SEAL Team Six, followed by Issue Three, Deluxe Display Box and additional collectible 24K gold-plated Proof coins, each a separate issue to follow.‡

Masterfully plated in 24K gold with high-relief sculpting and selectively hand-applied enamel accents, each Proof coin in this collection commemorates a significant figure or event from America's War on Terror on the front. Issue One honors Operation Neptune Spear with a portrait of special operations forces advancing toward the Abbottabad compound. The inscriptions "THE HUNT FOR BIN LADEN" and "JUSTICE HAS BEEN DONE" surround the scene, while "OPERATION NEPTUNE SPEAR" and a 15th anniversary mark commemorate the historic mission. On the backs, a majestic bald eagle appears before a waving American flag, representing the strength and resolve of the United States. The inscriptions "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" and "STRENGTH BRAVERY VALOR" encircle the design, honoring the courage, sacrifice and patriotism of the intelligence professionals and special operations forces. Each coin is professionally sealed in a crystal-clear holder for permanent protection and to preserve its beauty for a lifetime. Plus, the deluxe display box, arriving as Issue Three, provides an impressive way to store and showcase your coins or present them as a special military gift. Strong demand is anticipated, so don't wait. Order now!