Don’t Tread on Me – Live Free or Die – 1 AVDP Oz .999 Fine Copper Round
A bold tribute to American independence, vigilance, and the determination to defend one’s liberty.
Struck from one avoirdupois ounce of .999 fine copper, this Don’t Tread on Me round brings an enduring American symbol to life with intricate detail and a dramatic domed profile. The pronounced curvature gives the central design striking depth and dimension, with shifting light accentuating the rattlesnake’s coils, textured scales, and surrounding field of stars.
The obverse depicts a coiled rattlesnake rising in a defensive stance, its mouth open and fangs exposed. “DON’T TREAD ON ME” frames the upper border, while “LIVE FREE OR DIE” anchors the design below. Together, the imagery and inscriptions express a powerful message of personal freedom, resolve, and resistance to oppression.
The reverse features Intaglio Mint’s distinctive columned “M” emblem, framed by decorative borders and inscriptions identifying the round’s weight and copper purity. “EST. 2010” recognizes the mint’s founding, while “INTAGLIOCOPPER.COM” completes the design.
The warm color of copper complements the detailed engraving, while the dramatic dome gives this one-ounce edition a commanding sculptural presence. It is a distinctive addition to patriotic collections, a meaningful gift, or a tribute to the independent American spirit.
Highlights
- Contains 1 avoirdupois ounce of .999 fine copper.
- Dramatic domed profile enhances the depth and dimension of the obverse.
- Obverse features a coiled rattlesnake surrounded by stars, with “DON’T TREAD ON ME” and “LIVE FREE OR DIE” inscriptions.
- Reverse displays the Intaglio Mint emblem, founding year, weight, and purity.
