Written by Francis Scott Key as a poem, The Star Spangled Banner quickly became known as an American patriotic song. It became the national anthem on March 3, 1931. All four stanzas are included for your enjoyment in the Star Spangled Banner Coin and Stamp Collection. A collector's display box houses four genuine United States coins, a JFK Bicentennial Half Dollar, an Eisenhower Bicentennial Dollar and a Washington Bicentennial Quarter all dual dated 1776-1976, also included a Maryland Statehood Quarter minted in 2000. This stunning patriotic set includes three mint United States Postage Stamps featuring the American Flag. The collection continues with a genuine $2 bill. The currency piece shows John Trumbull's famous painting of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence. A certificate of authenticity is included. The wooden display box.