1976 Matte Silver Medal D1976-3d, National Bicentennial

Coin Details

Description

Swoger catalog number D1976-3e. This silver medal was struck at the United States Mint in Philadelphia as part of the National Bicentennial celebration. The 200th anniversary of American independence in 1976 was commemorated with an extraordinary range of medals, coins, stamps, and events. The U.S. Mint produced special Bicentennial designs for the quarter, half dollar, and dollar coins, while also striking numerous commemorative medals for various bicentennial-related organizations and events. The celebrations included Operation Sail, a gathering of tall ships in New York Harbor on July 4, 1976, and the Freedom Train, a traveling exhibition of American historical documents and artifacts. The Swoger catalog (D-series), compiled by Tom Swoger, documents modern U.S. Mint commemorative medals from 1956 onward.

Rarity Notes

Silver composition National Bicentennial medal. Produced by the U.S. Mint for public sale. Exact mintage not separately reported.

Cross References

PCGS #76181; Swoger D1976-3e