The 2011 United States Army Silver Dollar was issued to commemorate the founding of the first branch of the U.S. Military, established by the Continental Congress in 1775. It was part of the larger United States Army Commemorative Coin Program, struck by the United States Mint.
Authorized through the United States Army Commemorative Coin Act of 2008 (Public Law 110-450), the coins were approved after President George W. Bush signed the Act into law on December 1, 2008. The legislation aimed to celebrate the Army’s rich history and honor the American soldier, acknowledging their service in both times of war and peace. It also sought to recognize the traditions and legacy of the Army, from the Colonial period to the present day.
A surcharge of $10 per coin sold went toward the Army Historical Foundation, supporting the construction of the National Museum of the United States Army at Fort Belvoir, Virginia.
The obverse of the coin reflects the theme of “Modern Service,” featuring a male and female soldier standing back to back, symbolizing the contemporary service members of the Army. Inscriptions on the obverse include LIBERTY, IN GOD WE TRUST, and 2011. The design was created by AIP Master Designer Richard Masters and sculpted by United States Mint Sculptor-Engraver Michael Gaudioso.
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On the reverse side of the coin is the Great Seal of the United States, a symbol that has been a part of the Army’s dress and service uniforms since the early 1800s. Surrounding the seal are the seven core values of the Army: LOYALTY, DUTY, RESPECT, SELFLESS SERVICE, HONOR, INTEGRITY, and PERSONAL COURAGE. Additional inscriptions include UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, E PLURIBUS UNUM, U.S. ARMY, and ONE DOLLAR. The reverse was designed by AIP Master Designer Susan Gamble and sculpted by United States Mint Sculptor-Engraver Don Everhart.
Along with the Silver Dollar, the U.S. Mint also issued the United States Army $5 Gold Coin and Half Dollar Coin as part of the commemorative program.
