This Little Rock Coin and Medal Set commemorates the 50th anniversary of the desegregation of Little Rock Central High School. On the obverse of the silver dollar, the feet of students escorted by a United States soldier and walking toward school are depicted below a row of nine stars symbolizing the Little Rock Nine. The reverse of the coin features a rendition of Little Rock Central High School as it appeared in 1957.

The obverse of the medal features the students being escorted up the steps of Little Rock Central High School by United States soldiers. The names of each of the Little Rock Nine appear on the reverse as well as the words "Courage Bravery Justice Opportunity."