1968 Medal D1968-3c Bronze 76mm Diplomatic Courier Anniversary

Coin Details

Auction Record

$10 NGC Genuine 10-07-2020 eBay

Description

This 1968 bronze medal at 76mm diameter, cataloged as D1968-3c, commemorates the anniversary of the United States Diplomatic Courier Service. The large 76mm format — approximately three inches across — provides a substantial canvas for detailed engraving and was the standard size for the U.S. Mint's premium bronze medal program. The bronze composition made this the most widely distributed version of the Diplomatic Courier anniversary medal, accessible to a broader audience than the silver version. The U.S. Mint's 76mm bronze medal program has produced hundreds of commemorative designs since the nineteenth century, covering military, diplomatic, Congressional, and cultural subjects. Bronze duplicates of Congressional Gold Medals provide collectors access to the same designs as the original gold presentations at a fraction of the cost, democratizing ownership of pieces that recognize the nation's highest civilian achievements. This particular medal celebrates one of the unsung services within the American foreign policy apparatus.

Rarity Notes

Bronze 76mm, D1968-3c. Standard U.S. Mint commemorative format. More available than the silver version.

Cross References

PCGS #76013; D1968-3c; Diplomatic Courier Anniversary, Bronze 76mm