Navy Torpedoman's Mate - Enamel

Torpedoman's Mate

Overseeing the care and maintenance of the Navy's underwater explosives, those who fill the role of Torpedoman's Mate ensure the safe and effective use of one of the Navy's most efficient weapons.

Expert technicians, they use advanced diagnostic tools to test, maintain, and repair underwater explosives, including torpedoes, rockets, and missiles, for surface ships and submarines. Preparing explosives for optimum performance, they enhance the Navy's ability to target, engage, and eliminate land and sea-based threats. Maintaining the Navy's
critical underwater ordnances, they are vital to the success of America's military operations throughout the world.

This coin salutes the skill and courage of those who serve the U.S. Navy in the capacity of Torpedoman's Mate.

Minted on the obverse against a blue enameled backdrop is the specialty insignia of the U.S. Navy Torpedoman's Mate. The reverse contains a stylized anchor design, which incorporates a full color rendering of the U.S. Navy's official emblem.

Struck in a cuper nickel alloy, this coin contains an antique finish. Each coin comes packaged with a detailed header card that describes the contributions of the Navy's Torpedomens' Mates.