Medal - American Fighter Aces

Features

Location United States
Type Commemorative medals › Historical medal
Year 2014
Composition Gilding metal (Cu 90%, Zn 10%)
Weight 25 g
Diameter 127 mm
Shape Round
Technique Milled
Orientation Medal alignment ↑↑
Number
N#
85649

Commemorative issue

Honors the American Fighter Aces for their heroic military service and defense of our country’s freedom throughout the history of aviation warfare.

Obverse

The obverse design features four pilots, representing World War I, World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War; an ace of spades; and military wings with a globe centered, symbolizing the global impact of the group’s service. Inscriptions are “AMERICAN FIGHTER ACES,” “ARMY,” “NAVY,” “AIR FORCE” and “MARINES.”

Script: Latin

Lettering: “AMERICAN FIGHTER ACES,” “ARMY,” “NAVY,” “AIR FORCE” and “MARINES.”

Engraver: Joel Iskowitz

Reverse

The reverse design features four aircraft used by American Fighter Aces and includes five stars to represent the minimum number of aerial combat victories required for certification. Inscriptions are “DUTY COURAGE AGGRESSIVENESS,” “2014” and “ACT OF CONGRESS.”

Script: Latin

Lettering: “DUTY COURAGE AGGRESSIVENESS,” “2014” and “ACT OF CONGRESS.”

Engraver: Don Everhart

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Date VG F VF XF AU UNC
2014 

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