Description
Essential to the effectiveness of the modern Navy, Aviation Boatswains’ Mates assist with the launching and recovery of aircraft.
Operating in a fast-paced and dangerous environment, Aviation Boatswains’ Mates execute their duties with remarkable poise and precision. Qualified experts in maintaining and calibrating the vital mechanical systems of Navy aircraft, Aviation Boatswain’s Mates enable these aircraft to achieve optimum performance levels. Combining skill and courage, they ensure that naval aircraft are fully prepared to meet the demands of their missions.
This coin salutes the skill and dedication all Aviation Boatswains’ Mates, who enable the Navy’s aircraft to perform their vital operations in support of America’s freedom.
Minted on the obverse against a blue enameled backdrop is the specialty insignia of the U.S. Navy Aviation Boatswain’s Mate. The reverse contains a stylized anchor design, which incorporates a full color rendering of the U.S. Navy’s official emblem.
Struck in a copper nickel alloy, this coin contains an antique finish and is imbued with bold colorful enamel on both sides.
Each coin measures 1 3/4 inch (44mm) in diameter.
This is a surplus NWTM item. Packaging may vary.
