United States Coast Guard Core Values Challenge Coins

The U.S. Coast Guard embodies the values of devotion to duty, honor, and respect. The men and women of the Coast Guard carry the responsibility of many maritime duties, from ensuring safe and lawful commerce to performing sea rescue missions.

Proud members of this privileged maritime force serve to strengthen the Coast Guards long-established tradition of excellence. Boldly facing austere weather conditions, they exhibit legendary skill, fierce dedication and spirit in answering America’s call of service.  Vigilantly protecting America's interests domestically and internationally, the men and women of the U.S. Coast Guard risk their lives to boost the nation's security.

This coin is dedicated to all U.S. Coast Guard personnel, whose service and sacrifice fortifies America.  The front features the Coast Guards core values and vivid imagery of their work.  The back of the coin outlines the definition of each one of these core values.  Minted in solid brass, this coin contains colorful enamel accents, is antique silver plated and is 1.75” in diameter.