Description
Operating the world’s most advanced underwater reconnaissance and communications equipment, Sonar Technicians track the enemy with trademark efficiency and unyielding resolve.
With precision skill and perfect poise, they create sonar transmissions designed to optimize the Navy’s underwater surveillance capabilities. Using advanced technology, they assist in course plotting and navigation, aid in the transmission of sonar and electronic countermeasures, and maintain and operate fire control systems.
Helping to detect, analyze, and classify underwater contacts, they play a pivotal role in advancing the strategic objectives of the U.S. military throughout the world.
This coin salutes the service of the Navy’s Sonar Technicians, whose unmatched dedication and superior skill ensure the U.S. Navy’s maritime supremacy.
The obverse against a blue enameled backdrop is the specialty insignia of the U.S. Navy Sonar Technician. The reverse contains a stylized anchor design, which incorporates a full color rendering of the U.S. Navy’s official emblem.
Minted in copper nickel and given antique silver finish, this coin 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.
