2021 National Law Enforcement Museum Commemorative Coins

One would think a second coin of the same topic is over kill, but that's just me.

Interesting. I guess we can hope we have an as good or better design than "the last time" they did one.

The CCAC is meeting on 9/22-23/2020 to discuss these coin designs (and others).

If you're interested, then you can view the proposed designs on the Mint's website.

I'm glad there are 3 separate designs and not a single design for all denominations. None of the line art designs particularly "WOW" me though.

Of the designs the ones I do like most out of the options do not have people or animals in them. No Silver ones are of interest to me. The only Clad and Gold ones I like would be: LE-C-O-09, LE-G-R-05.

Underwhelming for any of them though in my opinion.

Some of these could look quite nice in coin form.

For those unaware of the lion connection...

From the Memorial's web site:

Bordering the Memorial's beautifully landscaped park are the two tree-lined "pathways of remembrance" where the names of the fallen officers are engraved. Each of the pathway entrances is adorned with a powerful statuary grouping of an adult lion protecting its cubs. Sculpted by Raymond Kaskey, the bronze statues symbolize the protective role of law enforcement officers and convey the strength, courage and valor that are hallmarks of those who serve and protect.

Just FYI, the legislation authorizing each modern US commemorative coin has included language specifying that they are to be considered "numismatic items" for decades. This is not a point of distinction between them and the proposed Morgan/Peace dollar coin.

Designs Announced.



Gold Coin Obverse
Designer: Frank Morris
Medallic Artist: Phebe Hemphill
The design depicts male and female officers in profile saluting, with the inscriptions "LIBERTY," "2021," and "IN GOD WE TRUST."

Gold Coin Reverse
Designer: Ron Sanders
Medallic Artist: Craig Campbell
The design depicts a folded flag with three roses beneath symbolizing remembrance. Inscriptions are "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "FIVE DOLLARS," and "E PLURIBUS UNUM."



Silver Coin Obverse
Designer: Frank Morris
Medallic Artist: Phebe Hemphill
The design depicts a police officer kneeling next to a child, who is reading a book and sitting on a basketball, symbolizing service to the community and future generations. Inscriptions are "SERVE & PROTECT," "LIBERTY," "2021," and "IN GOD WE TRUST."

Silver Coin Reverse
Designer: Ron Sanders
Medallic Artist: John P. Mcgraw
The design depicts a handshake between a law enforcement officer and a member of the public, representing the work law enforcement officers do within their communities to increase safety through trusting relationships. Inscriptions are "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "E PLURIBUS UNUM," and "ONE DOLLAR."



Half Dollar Coin Obverse
Designer: Ron Sanders
Medallic Artist: John P. Mcgraw
The design depicts a sheriff's star, representing the community served by law enforcement officers and the important role they play. Inscriptions are "SERVE AND PROTECT," "LIBERTY," "2021," and "IN GOD WE TRUST."

Half Dollar Coin Reverse
Designer: Heidi Wastweet
Medallic Artist: Renata Gordon
The design depicts an eye in a magnifying glass looking at a fingerprint, portraying the human side of justice, a reminder that law enforcement is not only officers on the street but also many others behind the scenes. It also features the emblem of the National Law Enforcement Museum. Inscriptions are "UNITED STATES of AMERICA," "E PLURIBUS UNUM," "HALF DOLLAR," and "NATIONAL LAW ENFORCEMENT MEMORIAL AND MUSEUM."