Penny (1¢) – A general sign of respect, often left by visitors to show they’ve paid their respects.
Nickel (5¢) – Indicates the visitor trained at boot camp with the deceased.
Dime (10¢) – Means the visitor served with the soldier in some capacity.
Quarter (25¢) – A powerful message: the visitor was present when the soldier died.
Other Meanings:
Coins placed upright (like standing on edge) may symbolize active remembrance.
Foreign coins can signify that the visitor came from afar to pay tribute.
Why People Still Leave Coins Today
To Honor the Dead – A silent yet meaningful gesture of respect.
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