Exhibiting leadership proficiency and advancing tactical skill, those elevated to the rank of Major in the U.S. Marine Corps are vital to the success of the commands they serve.

As these talented individuals train and prepare the warriors in their charge for the rigors of battle, they infuse their units with the Marine Corps' spirit of excellence. Executing orders from above with trademark efficiency, they demonstrate a well-honed skill for logistics, strategic planning, and implementation. Their steady leadership and unshakable confidence are instrumental to the success of Marine Corps operations throughout the world.

This coin salutes the outstanding achievements and bold leadership of every Major in the U.S. Marine Corps. The obverse features the insignia worn by those who have risen to this rank. The reverse contains a space for engraving. Minted in a brass alloy, this coin is accented with vivid enamel coloring on both sides.