Mt. Whitney Bench Mark

With a staggering elevation of 14,496 feet, Mt. Whitney is the highest peak in the contiguous United States. Rising sharply out of Owens Valley on the edge of the Sequoia National Park, Mount Whitney's impressive summit towers over the surrounding landscape and stands as a formidable challenge to climbers of all skill levels.  This distinctive medallion is a tribute to those hikers and climbers who have mastered Mount Whitney's tough terrain. The obverse replicates the design and detail of the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Bench Mark that is located on Mount Whitney's chiseled peak. The reverse contains a space for engraving.  Minted in a proprietary brass alloy, this medallion has an antique bronze finish. Each bench mark medallion comes in its own drawstring velour pouch accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.