U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) dog tags, modern mil-spec embossed stainless steel. Coasties are Always Ready - Semper Paratus.
The Coast Guard stopped issuing dogtags to its service members in the 1970's, however they can still be optionally worn concealed when purchased privately through independent manufacturers like MyDogtag.com.
The Template below uses the same format as modern Army Dog Tags. You may optionally consider adding USCG after the service number.
What is the Coast Guard Dog Tags format?
Coast Guard Dog Tags have 5 lines of embossed (raised) text on a 2" x 1.125" matte steel dog tag, rolled edge up & hole on left with the following format :
Superscript numbers (i.e. 17) denote character column.
- [Surname], [First Name] [Initial]
- [First Name] [Initial]. (if last name is too long on line 1)
- [DoD ID Number]
- [Blood Group] [Rh Factor]
- [Religion] (or NO PREFERENCE)
The USCG does not normally issue dogtags at present, however they do allow them to be worn. The official regulation state 'Optional with any uniform, but must be concealed at all times.' The USCG switched from using Service Numbers to SSN's in Oct 1974.
See Official military documentation for Coast Guard Dog Tags specifications.
Coast Guard Dog Tags Template Creator
Enter your info into our Coast Guard Dog Tags generator form below to quickly create your own personalized set. Overwrite the light grey text with your own information and then click the Preview button to see what your tags will look like! You can then make optional changes to your design or choose difference chains and silencers. Watch this YouTube video for a demo. You can also design your tags free-form (no template) or use our pen-and-paper mail/fax order form, or just send us an email with a photo of the Dog Tags to replicate.
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Modern set includes:
More Info About Military Dog Tags
Whether you are a Marine, Soldier, Sailor, Pilot... or just a civilian military enthusiast, our authentic US military style Dog tags will exceed your expectations.
Available in modern U.S.A. mil-spec embossed standard-issue, debossed with an optional historical notch, or laser engraved British tags and Canadian Identity Discs. We can recreate replacement dog tags for Active Duty, Reserve, National Guard, and Veterans.
What Goes on a Dog tag? See our example templates for each branch of the U.S. military with links to the official modern format specifications in PDF.
We also offer templates for recreating era specific dog tags from historical wars such as WWII, Korea and Vietnam. These make sentimental mementos for honoring the war service of the veteran in your family for passing down to grandchildren as a family heirloom.
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Are you a veteran who lost his dogtags years ago? We can make you a new set that look almost identical to your originals depending on when you served. We also offer a Veteran discount!
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About Dog Tags from MyDogtag.com
At MyDogtag.com, we provide premium quality mil-spec Dog Tags that will last a lifetime. They are completely customizable so you can easily create your dog tag for a particular use or occasion; A Dogtag is like a blank canvas, whatever you want to put on it, we can make it, we can even laser engrave your custom logo or image!
Choose your Dog Tag style & font, write your custom message, choose your chains, colored silencers, & gift box and then see a preview of what your finished dog tag set will look like before we actually make it!
All orders are shipped within 1 business day and are usually delivered within 1 week (in North America). If you need any assistance creating or ordering your Coast Guard Dog Tags please contact us directly, we are here to help!
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