1970-P Medal S. Carolina Small

Coin Details

Description

This 1970-P small medal from the Philadelphia Mint commemorates the tricentennial of South Carolina. The smaller format made the tricentennial medal accessible to a broader audience than the gold versions, allowing everyday South Carolinians and visitors to own a piece of the 300th anniversary celebration. South Carolina's three centuries of history encompass the founding of Charles Towne (Charleston) in 1670, its role as one of the wealthiest colonies due to rice and indigo cultivation, its prominence in the American Revolution, and its complex relationship with American democracy from secession through civil rights. Medal iconography provides insight into how Americans have understood and represented their history, with evolving artistic conventions reflecting changing cultural values and aesthetic preferences across different eras. This small-format medal served as an affordable commemorative for the statewide celebration.

Rarity Notes

Small format, Philadelphia Mint. South Carolina tricentennial. Standard production for wider distribution.

Cross References

PCGS #76061; South Carolina Tricentennial 1970; Small format; Philadelphia Mint