Don't Tread on Me Rattlesnake 1oz .999 Silver Medallion in Gift Box

Don't Tread on Me Rattlesnake Liberty or Death 1 Troy Ounce .999 Fine Silver Medallion/Round

During the American Revolution, also known as the United States War of Independence, the historical Gadsden Flag was first flown by the United States naval commander in chief, Esek Hopkins on his ship, the USS Alfred. With its solid yellow background, the flag featured a coiled rattlesnake had become a common symbol of unity for the 13 American colonies,. Below the rattlesnake the motto, “Don’t Tread on Me” appears. The rattlesnake symbol itself was adapted from a 1754 political cartoon called “Join, or Die”, which was published by Benjamin Franklin in the Pennsylvania Gazette. Once the United States gained independence from Great Britain, the Stars and Stripes became the official national flag. After that, the Gadsden flag was all but forgotten for a time. In more recent years, the Gadsden flag has resurfaced in popular culture.

This .999 fine silver medallion honors the historical significance of the Gadsden flag regarding the independence of America. Containing the phrase “Don’t Tread on me” along with the coiled rattlesnake, the famous words of Patrick Henry are echoed in the phrase, “Liberty or Death”.

Custom minted in the USA at the SilverTowne Mint in Winchester, Indiana using pure .999 fine silver bullion. The obverse of this medallion honors the historical significance of the Gadsden flag regarding the independence of America. Containing the phrase “DON'T TREAD ON ME” along with the coiled rattlesnake, the famous words of Patrick Henry are echoed in the phrase, “Liberty or Death”. The reverse features our standard non-dated back with the weight and purity designation of "ONE OUNCE" and ".999 FINE SILVER" displayed around the area designated for engraving.

Your Don't Tread on Me Silver Round will arrive in a protective plastic capsule inside of our SilverTowne gift box with natural kraft paper made from recycled materials in the USA. A premium dark grey foam insert holds your medallion snug inside the box. Topping off the gift box is a custom fitted American Flag Pattern box sleeve; with several sleeve designs available, see above for alternate packaging options to choose from!

Also available in a 2 Piece gift set with a current year-dated Silver American Eagle BU.

Liberty or Death Silver Bullion

Personalize your Don't Tread on Me Rattlesnake silver medallion with custom engraving. The reverse has an open area just for this; customers often engrave names, dates and special messages to make each piece, a truly one of a kind gift that will be treasured for years to come. Once your order is submitted, each piece is handled with care by our engraving department to make your message perfect!