Specifications
| Metal | Silver |
| Purity | .999 Fine Silver |
| Weight | 1 Troy Ounce |
| Form Factor | Round |
Design & Liquidity
The obverse of this 1 oz silver round features a striking rendition of the coiled rattlesnake from the iconic Gadsden flag, poised to strike with its fangs extended. Above the snake, the motto "DON'T TREAD ON ME" is inscribed, while "ESTABLISHED IN 1754" appears below, encircled by a series of stars. The rattlesnake design is attributed to Benjamin Franklin and gained prominence through Christopher Gadsden's flag during the American Revolution. The "ESTABLISHED IN 1754" inscription references the year Benjamin Franklin's influential "Join, or Die" cartoon first appeared.
The reverse displays a powerful eagle with its wings spread, grasping an olive branch (or similar foliage) in its talons and resting on a bundle of arrows. Above the eagle, "THE PRICE OF LIBERTY" is inscribed, and a banner below reads "ETERNAL VIGILANCE". The phrase "Eternal Vigilance" is widely associated with Thomas Jefferson. This reverse design, featuring the bald eagle and "Eternal Vigilance" banner, was specifically created for Provident Metals by the esteemed sculptor and engraver Thomas D. Rogers, a former artist for the US Mint. As a 1 oz silver round with a popular patriotic theme, this asset benefits from strong secondary market liquidity, making it a desirable item for both collectors and investors.
About the Mint
The Golden State Mint, the manufacturer of this "Don't Tread On Me | Eternal Vigilance" silver round, was established in 1974 by Jim Pavlakos and has been a family-run private business since its inception. With over 45 years of operation, the mint has become a respected producer of precious metal bullion products. Headquartered in Sanford, Florida, with facilities in southern California and central Florida, Golden State Mint is renowned for its stringent quality standards and utilizes advanced technology in its production processes.
While Golden State Mint is celebrated for a diverse range of bullion products, including their popular Aztec Calendar, Buffalo, and Silver Shield series, this particular "Don't Tread On Me | Eternal Vigilance" round holds a special distinction. It was commissioned by Provident Metals, meaning that while Golden State Mint physically struck and manufactured the round, the unique design was created exclusively for Provident Metals. This collaboration highlights Golden State Mint's capability to produce custom designs for leading bullion dealers, ensuring both high quality and thematic relevance for their clients.