2014 Canadian $2 Devil's Brigade CAN/US First Special Service Force 1/2 oz Fine Silver Coin

2014 Canadian $2 Devil's Brigade CAN/US First Special Service Force 1/2 oz Fine Silver Coin

Commemorates the First Special Service Force from World War II. The coin features a star and maple leaf, layered with First Special Service Force shoulder patch that united Canada and the U.S. in joint missions. 

During World War II, Canada joined forces with the United States to create the First Special Service Force--the first and only time both nations would be seamlessly combined in training, equipment and uniform. Although it was only operational for two years, this elite combat unit demonstrated the power of united national forces against a common foe--and consequently became the forerunner to distinguished Canadian and U.S. units including Canada's Joint-Task-Force 2 and the United States' Navy Seals, Delta Force and Green Berets.

Design

The reverse depicts a stylized star and maple leaf, layered with the FSSF (First Special Service Force) shoulder patch that united Canada and the U.S. in joint missions. The patch features the names of both nations. Below the central image is an arrowhead shape, interpreted to symbolize the warrior spirit of the FSSF. 

The obverse features Susanna Blunt's design of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, along with the $2 face value. 

Packaging

2014 Canadian $2 Devil's Brigade CAN/US First Special Service Force 1/2 oz Fine Silver Coin comes from the original Royal Canadian Mint tube.

Specifications

Face value: $2
Mintage: -
Composition: 99.99% silver
Weight: 15.7 g
Diameter: 32.2 mm
Finish: BU