2003 Silver National Wildlife Refuge System Proof Medal (Salmon)

These Proof Silver Medals were struck by the United States Mint in Philadelphia to commemorate the centennial of the National Wildlife Refuge System.

Product Highlights:

• Proof Medal contains 0.7734 oz of Silver.
• Comes in a U.S. Mint box along with a certificate of authenticity.
• Obverse: Depicts a forward standing Theodore Roosevelt and the text "Celebrating a century of conservation, 1903-2003".
• Reverse: Features wild salmon leaping out of a river.
• Rim: Smooth edges, rather than reeded.
• Medals are not legal tender.

Produced by the United States Mint in Philadelphia to commemorate the centennial of the National Wildlife Refuge System, these Proof Silver Medals are National Medals struck in accordance with the United States Mint's partnership agreement with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation. This medal weighs 26.73 grams and is 90% Silver, for a precious metal content of .7734 troy ounces of fine Silver. The Obverse "Theodore Roosevelt - The Father of the National Wildlife Refugee System" was designed by Norman E. Nemeth, while the Bald Eagle reverse was designed by Donna Weaver. This Silver medal includes a box and certificate of authenticity.