2011 National September 11 Memorial & Museum Commemorative

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The only official United States coin or medal to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the September 11th attacks is the "National September 11 Memorial & Museum Commemorative Medal," which is authorized by Public Law 111-221 (approved by the President on August 6, 2010). The design of these medals will be emblematic of the courage, sacrifice, and strength of those individuals who perished in the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, the bravery of those who risked their lives to save others that day, and the endurance, resilience, and hope of those who survived. Each medal struck will bear an inscription of the years "2001-2011" and an inscription of the words "Always Remember." These national medals will be struck by the United States Mint and made available for sale to the public later this year. Surcharges received by the United States Mint from the sale of the medals are authorized to be paid to the National September 11 Memorial & Museum at the World Trade Center to support the operations and maintenance of the National September 11 Memorial & Museum at the World Trade Center following its completion.