© United States Mint
© United States Mint
Code Talkers (Navajo) ND
| Brass (Copper (.900), Zinc (.100)) | 25 g | 38.1 mm |
| Location | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Commemorative medals › Military medals |
| Composition | Brass (Copper (.900), Zinc (.100)) |
| Weight | 25 g |
| Diameter | 38.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-11-12 |
| Numista | N#85695 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
The reverse bears the Navajo Marine Corps emblem with “USMC,” the U.S. Marine Corps eagle, globe and anchor emblem, and “WWII” centered along the top of the medal. Centered along the bottom is the inscription “Diné Bizaad Yee Atah Naayéé’ Yik’eh Deesdl íí,” which means “The Navajo Language Was Used to Defeat the Enemy.”
Script: Latin
Lettering: “USMC,”“WWII,” and “Diné Bizaad Yee Atah Naayéé’ Yik’eh Deesdl íí”
Translation: “The Navajo Language Was Used to Defeat the Enemy”
Engraver: Thomas James Ferrell
