1979 John Wayne American Actor U.S. Bronze Coin Medallion NM Marked Coin Cover. United States Mint commemorative bronze medal, with relief bust of Joh

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Ungraded

Circulated

Uncirculated

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Uncertified

1979 John Wayne American Actor U.S. Bronze Coin Medallion NM Marked Coin Cover. United States Mint commemorative bronze medal, with relief bust of John Wayne and "John Wayne - American" in raised letters to face, with relief sculpture of John Wayne on horseback riding in Monument Valley, Utah to verso. Shortly before Wayne's death, Maureen O'Hara passionately lobbied for Wayne to receive a Congressional Medal, which Wayne was given on May 26, 1979, Wayne's last birthday. This is one of the United States Mint's mass-produced copies of that medal. This image shows a 1979 United States Mint bronze commemorative medal featuring John Wayne. Subject: The medal features a relief bust of John Wayne on the obverse (front) with "John Wayne - American" inscribed around it. Origin: It is a mass-produced copy by the United States Mint of the Congressional Gold Medal awarded to John Wayne in 1979, shortly before his death. Material: The medal is made of bronze, as indicated by the inscription "BRONZE" on the image and confirmed by product descriptions. Collectibility: These medals are considered exonumia and are sought after by collectors of coins and paper money, particularly those interested in John Wayne memorabilia. This product is a 1979 U.S. Bronze Coin Medallion featuring the iconic American actor John Wayne. The medallion, minted by the U.S. Mint is in uncirculated condition and made of bronze. It is a unique piece of memorabilia from the United States, marked with the initials "NM" on the cover. A perfect addition to any coin or actor enthusiast's collection, this item is a tribute to the legendary John Wayne and a piece of American history.