2023 US Coast Guard Birthday Coin Celebrate 233 years of the United States Coast Guard with this magnificent Challenge Coin! Measuring at 1.75", this coin boasts an antique silver finish. The front of the coin presents a detailed 3D relief of a Coast Guard ship, bravely navigating tumultuous seas. Behind this powerful image, the American flag waves in vibrant color, echoing the spirit of the nation. Encircling the outer ring of the coin's front, the words "* United States Coast Guard * In Honor of All Who Served" are embossed, set against a vivid red background that enhances the coin's visual appeal.
Turning to the reverse side, the Coast Guard seal stands proudly in raised antique silver. This emblem is set against a backdrop of ocean waves, depicted in 3D relief and covered with a translucent blue paint fill, evoking the vastness and depth of the seas the Coast Guard patrols. Surrounding the seal, the inscription "4 August 1790 - Congress Authorizes Creation of the U.S. Coast Guard * 233 Years*" is presented in raised antique silver, complemented by a striking red background. The coin's outermost ring proudly states "U.S. Coast Guard 1790-2023", with the words raised in antique silver and set against a deep blue background.