Obverse: The obverse features the coat of arms of the Marshall Islands – a stylized shield with sun rays, a sailing ship, and a cross symbolizing the country’s history and culture. At the top is the inscription REPUBLIC OF THE MARSHALL ISLANDS, at the bottom – $50 1989 and the national motto JEPILPILIN KE EJUKAAN.
Reverse: The reverse depicts an American astronaut performing the first American space walk in outer space. At the top is the inscription FIRST AMERICAN SPACE WALK, at the bottom – 50 FIFTY DOLLARS and the dates 1965 1989.
About the coin: This coin was issued in 1989 to commemorate the 24th anniversary of the first American space walk.
