1967-P Medal SEEBEES Anniv Large

Coin Details

Auction Record

$500 MS62RB 06-18-2024 eBay

Description

This 1967-P large medal is a variant of the Seabees twenty-fifth anniversary medal, with the alternate spelling "SEEBEES" in the PCGS catalog title suggesting a possible die variety or catalog entry variation. The U.S. Naval Construction Battalions have been known by the phonetic spelling "Seabees" since their founding in 1942, and the alternate spelling may reflect either a die error on the medal itself or a cataloging variation. The Seabees' contributions during World War II were essential to the Allied victory in the Pacific, where they built over 400 advanced bases and performed construction under fire that would have been impossible for civilian contractors. Silver medals occupy a premium tier in the commemorative hierarchy, with their precious metal content signaling special significance and ensuring that recipients and collectors valued these pieces above base metal alternatives. This large format Philadelphia Mint medal honors their quarter-century of service.

Rarity Notes

Philadelphia Mint production, large format. Possible spelling variant of Seabees 25th Anniversary medal.

Cross References

PCGS #75987; U.S. Navy Seabees; 25th Anniversary 1967; Variant spelling