• 1 1/2 inch (39mm) round • MerlinGold® Proof-like

In command of the world's most advanced aerospace technology, the highly skilled personnel of the U.S. Air Force are dedicated to preserving America's freedom and protecting innocent lives.

Leading the assault to avenge the attacks of September 11, 2001, the Air Force delivered a crushing blow to the enemy, sending a clear message to all those who seek to destroy the American way of life that terrorism will never be tolerated.

This coin is dedicated to the men and women of the U.S. Air Force, who have dutifully answered the call to defend America's honor and protect the freedom for which this nation stands.

The obverse contains the unforgettable image of three New York City Firefighters raising the American Flag above the ruined landscape of ground zero. The reverse bears the vintage crest and shield of the United States Air Force.

This proof-like coin is minted in MerlinGold®, a proprietary brass alloy that simulates the look and feel of gold. Each coin comes sealed in a durable Lucite capsule and is accompanied by an America Unites header card that describes the nation's commitment to eliminating the threat of terrorism throughout the world.