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The product is a silver medal produced by the U.S. Mint in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1972 to commemorate the US Frigate Constellation. It is uncirculated and has a fineness of 0.9. The medal comes with a first day cover and was likely issued by Congress. The country of manufacture is the United States. There was a limited run of 100,000 authorized by Congress. The 8 cent stamp is of the Decatur House.
This is the only Congressional Medal (in 1972) to honor a fighting ship of the U. S. Navy.
The original letter and original applications used to order additional medals are also included.
The envelope has yellowed and curls on the ends. See pics for exact condition.
