(2021-P) Medal U.S. Coast Guard Matte 2.5oz Silver

Coin Details

Auction Record

$129 NGC Genuine 06-13-2023 eBay

Description

This 2021 Philadelphia Mint silver medal honors the United States Coast Guard with a substantial 2.5-ounce silver striking in a matte finish. The Coast Guard, the smallest of the five armed services, has served continuously since its establishment as the Revenue Cutter Service in 1790, making it one of the oldest federal agencies in the United States. This medal recognizes the Coast Guard's multifaceted mission encompassing maritime law enforcement, search and rescue, environmental protection, port security, and military readiness. The obverse features imagery representing the Coast Guard's operational mission, incorporating the service's distinctive racing stripe emblem, maritime vessels, or other symbols associated with its unique position as both a military branch and a law enforcement agency. The matte finish, achieved through specialized die preparation or post-striking treatment, gives the medal a subdued, dignified appearance distinct from the brilliant proof or standard uncirculated finishes used on most modern Mint products. The 2.5-ounce silver weight places this medal in the premium tier of the Mint's medal offerings, providing substantial heft and precious metal content. The reverse carries inscriptions honoring the Coast Guard's service and the "P" mintmark identifies this as a Philadelphia Mint product. The Coast Guard's motto "Semper Paratus" (Always Ready) encapsulates the service's ethos of constant readiness for the diverse and often dangerous missions assigned to it. This silver medal represents the Mint's continuing program of honoring America's armed services through premium numismatic products.

Rarity Notes

2.5 oz silver medal with matte finish, Philadelphia Mint. Premium U.S. Mint product with significant precious metal content.

Cross References

PCGS #889325; U.S. Coast Guard medal; 2021 Philadelphia Mint; 2.5 oz .999 silver