(2022-P) Medal U.S. Coast Guard 1oz Silver, Matte

Coin Details

Auction Record

$295 MS70 03-21-2023 eBay

Description

This one-ounce silver matte-finish medal from the Philadelphia Mint honors the United States Coast Guard, the nation's oldest continuous seagoing service, tracing its origins to the Revenue Marine established by Alexander Hamilton in 1790. The Coast Guard's missions include maritime law enforcement, search and rescue, environmental protection, port security, and military readiness. During wartime, the Coast Guard operates as a component of the Navy. This one-ounce silver format provides an accessible precious metal entry point in the Armed Forces Medal Program, smaller than the 2.5-ounce premium format but still offering substantial silver content. The matte finish creates a dignified, non-reflective surface appropriate for a military service medal. The Coast Guard's unique dual role as both a military service and a law enforcement agency distinguishes it from the other branches, and its medal in the Armed Forces series reflects this distinctive heritage and mission set.

Rarity Notes

Scarce. Philadelphia Mint 1 oz silver, matte finish. Part of the Armed Forces Medal Program.

Cross References

PCGS #911441; U.S. Coast Guard; 1 oz Silver; Matte Finish; 2022-P