(2013) Gold Washington Diplomatic Medal - 1 oz

Coin Details

Auction Record

$2,160 Gem Proof 08-11-2020 Stack's Bowers

Description

This one-ounce gold Washington Diplomatic Medal, produced circa 2013, continues a tradition dating to 1792 when the United States Mint struck its first official medals. The Washington Diplomatic Medal was among the earliest products of the young mint, designed to present to foreign dignitaries and ambassadors as a symbol of American sovereignty. This modern gold version faithfully reproduces the original design featuring George Washington's portrait on the obverse and the Great Seal of the United States on the reverse. The one-ounce gold format makes this both a numismatic collectible and a precious metal investment piece. The U.S. Mint has periodically restruck the Washington Diplomatic Medal in various sizes and metals for collector sales, maintaining the connection to one of America's oldest medallic traditions.

Rarity Notes

One-ounce gold, limited U.S. Mint production. Premium precious metal format. Available through U.S. Mint sales and secondary market.

Cross References

PCGS #519845; Washington Diplomatic Medal, 1 oz Gold