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American Security Council ‘Peace Through Strength’ Silver Round
$114.99
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Description
| Mint Mark | None (edge inscription: © Medallic Art Co. Danbury CT) |
|---|---|
| VB ID | VB-MACO-US-ASC-PTS-01 |
| Item | American Security Council 'Peace Through Strength' Silver Round |
| Mint | Medallic Art Company (MACO), Danbury, Connecticut |
| Year of issue | Unknown (likely 1970s–1980s) |
| Composition | .999 Fine Silver (1 troy ounce) |
| Size | Approx. 39 mm |
| Mint series | American Security Council (ASC) Patriotic Issues |
| Edge | Plain |
| Internal Notes | Private-issue MACO silver round produced for the American Security Council (ASC). ASC was a national security advocacy organization active during the Cold War, often using the 'Peace Through Strength' motto. Medallic Art Co. produced multiple organizational and commemorative medals during this era. Not part of a numbered bullion series. |
| Text front | PEACE THROUGH STRENGTH' above eagle in flight clutching olive branch and arrows. |
| Text back | Eagle perched on globe with ribbon reading 'AMERICAN SECURITY COUNCIL'. |
| Text edge | © MEDALLIC ART CO. DANBURY, CT .999 Fine Silver |
| Cited Sources | Medallic Art Company archival inscriptions; American Security Council historical materials; edge lettering directly visible on specimen. |
Obverse Description
The obverse shows an American bald eagle in mid-flight, wings extended, grasping both an olive branch and arrows, echoing the iconography of the Great Seal of the United States. Above the eagle is the motto “PEACE THROUGH STRENGTH,” widely used during the Cold War era by national-security organizations, including the American Security Council.
Reverse Description
The reverse features an eagle standing atop a globe centered on North America. A banner across the globe reads “AMERICAN SECURITY COUNCIL.” This design was used by the ASC in their promotional and fundraising medals. The round is struck in MACO’s signature sharp-relief style with frosted devices and a smooth field.
Edge Lettering
The edge bears the hallmark-style text: © MEDALLIC ART CO. DANBURY CT positively identifying the mint as Medallic Art Company, one of the most prominent private mints of the 20th century.
