(2023-P) Medal U.S. Coast Guard Bronze Matte

Coin Details

Description

This matte-finish bronze medal from the Philadelphia Mint honors the United States Coast Guard as part of the Armed Forces Medal Program. The Coast Guard, established as the Revenue Cutter Service in 1790, is unique among the armed forces in its dual role as both a military service and a federal law enforcement agency. The bronze composition makes this the most accessible version of the Coast Guard medal, suitable for broad distribution. The "P" mint mark and matte finish distinguish this issue within the program. Coast Guard personnel serve in diverse roles from Arctic ice-breaking to drug interdiction to maritime search and rescue, with a motto of "Semper Paratus" (Always Ready). The Coast Guard played critical roles in both World Wars, landing troops at Normandy and conducting convoy escort duty in the Atlantic. This medal honors the service of all Coast Guard members past and present, from the revenue cutter crews of the early republic to today's multi-mission force.

Rarity Notes

Common. Philadelphia Mint matte bronze. Standard production in the Armed Forces Medal Program.

Cross References

PCGS #922858; U.S. Coast Guard; Matte Bronze; 2023-P