2013-W $1 Five Star Generals Silver Commem - BU

Issued to commemorate the 132nd anniversary of the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College and to honor five of the most iconic five-star generals in U.S. history, the 2013-W Five-Star Generals Silver Dollar highlights the vital role of military leadership in American and world history. Struck at the West Point Mint, the Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) version features a bold, satin-like finish and strong relief that highlights the commanding profiles of two of America's most respected military leaders.

Historical Insight:

The five five-star generals honored by this program, George C. Marshall, Douglas MacArthur, Dwight D. Eisenhower, Henry "Hap" Arnold, and Omar N. Bradley were instrumental in leading Allied forces to victory in World War II and shaping postwar global policy. All five were educated at the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College, which remains one of the most respected military institutions in the world.

Collector Note:

With a low mintage of just over 44,000, the 2013-W BU Five-Star Generals Silver Dollar is a prized issue for collectors of military, leadership, and WWII-themed numismatics. When paired with the Proof version, it forms a historically rich set that highlights the strategic minds behind America's military victories and international leadership in the 20th century.

Highlights:

• Denomination: $1 USD (Legal Tender)
• Year: 2013
• Mint: West Point ("W" mintmark)
• Condition: Brilliant Uncirculated (BU)
• Obverse: Features detailed portraits of General George C. Marshall and General Dwight D. Eisenhower, both of whom served with distinction during World War II and were alumni of the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College. Inscriptions include "LIBERTY," "IN GOD WE TRUST," and "2013."
• Reverse: Depicts the official heraldic crest of the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas. Inscriptions include "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "E PLURIBUS UNUM," and "ONE DOLLAR."