1963 Medal K-63A-12b Sterling John F. Kennedy Credo

Coin Details

Description

This 1963 sterling silver medal cataloged as K-63A-12b features President John F. Kennedy alongside his famous credo. The sterling composition indicates .925 fine silver, a standard alloy for medal production. The K-63A-12b designation places this within the comprehensive Kennedy memorial medal catalog. Kennedy's inspirational rhetoric — including "Ask not what your country can do for you" and his vision for space exploration, civil rights, and the Peace Corps — resonated deeply with the American public, making credo-themed medals particularly popular among the hundreds of Kennedy memorial issues. Private medal producers including the Franklin Mint, Medallic Art Company, and numerous smaller firms have supplemented U.S. Mint production, creating a rich and diverse medallic landscape for American collectors. The sterling silver composition positions this as a mid-range collectible between bronze and gold versions.

Rarity Notes

Sterling silver, K-63A-12b. Kennedy credo medals are popular in the JFK memorial series.

Cross References

PCGS #916652; K-63A-12b; John F. Kennedy Credo; Sterling