(2023-P) Medal U.S. Navy Matte Bronze

Coin Details

Description

This matte-finish bronze medal from the Philadelphia Mint honors the United States Navy as part of the Armed Forces Medal Program. The bronze composition provides the most affordable entry point in the Navy medal series, making it accessible to the broadest possible audience of collectors, service members, and Navy supporters. The Navy's mission encompasses sea control, power projection, deterrence, and maritime security — responsibilities that require the world's largest fleet of aircraft carriers, nuclear submarines, and surface combatants. Bronze Navy medals are popular gift items for active-duty sailors, veterans, and their families, serving as tangible tokens of appreciation for naval service. The "P" mint mark and matte finish identify this as a premium bronze issue within the program. The Navy's rich medallic tradition extends back to the earliest days of the republic, when Congressional medals were awarded to naval heroes of the Barbary Wars.

Rarity Notes

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

Cross References

PCGS #926590; U.S. Navy; Matte Bronze; 2023-P