Since I'm applying for the DCA program and I've invested a buttload in them...
Are annodized medals authorized in the USCG? I poured over the uniform regs and couldn't find anything about it...
I couldn't find anything about anodized medals; uniform regs cover anodized breast insignia, but not medals. When I get back to work I'll check the Medals & Awards Manual to see if it covers it at all. You probably won't have to wear them much so it won't come up much; I would move forward with wearing them until someone says differently.
Also, both regs were updated in the last few years and no longer clearly identify what medals/ribbons are authorized. Perhaps they will be updated again, soon. Doubtful, though.