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Custom Military Challenge Coins |
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Challenge coins are a metal medallion bearing an organization's insignia or custom logo. Popular mementos with the military, challenge coins are carried by a group's members to prove membership, enhance morale, and memorialize connections. Challenge coins can also be used as rewards for outstanding service and conduct, and are often sought after as collectables.
Challenge Coin Gallery |
Although commonly round in shape, Challenge coins are available in any shape, including square, oval, and multisided. |
Display cases include: Poly Bag,
Velvet Box,
Wooden Stand,
Velvet Bag,
Soft Plastic Flip Case (RF Sleeve),
Clear Plastic Stand, and Plastic Coin pouch
(call for pricing) |
Coins are available in boundless sizes and thicknesses. A pocket coin usually measures 1-1/2"-2” in diameter by 0.1” thick. A presentation coin or medallion is traditionally 1-3/4” x 1/10 (3mm)”. |
Finishes are abundant from simple pewter to 24K gold. Custom coins generally utilize only a few base metals such as zinc alloy, but can have a wide variety of patina; finishes including gold, silver, nickel, brass, copper, and antiqued versions are also available. |
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CHALLENGE COIN PRICELIST |
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50 pcs. |
100 |
300 |
500 |
1000 |
DIE CHARGE |
1-1/2" (3mm thick) |
Price per coin |
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| No Colors (Diestruck) |
4.79 |
2.96 |
2.46 |
2.41 |
2.35 |
1 Side: $45
2 Sides: $90 |
| ONE SIDE: up to 4 colors |
5.18 |
3.19 |
2.68 |
2.63 |
2.57 |
| TWO SIDES: up to 4 colors ea. side |
5.51 |
3.41 |
2.91 |
2.85 |
2.78 |
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1-3/4" (3mm thick) |
Price per coin |
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| No Colors (Diestruck) |
5.29 |
3.26 |
2.75 |
2.69 |
2.58 |
1 Side: $60
2 Sides: $115 |
| ONE SIDE: up to 4 colors |
5.76 |
3.56 |
3.11 |
2.99 |
2.89 |
| TWO SIDES: up to 4 colors ea. side |
6.24 |
3.86 |
3.41 |
3.34 |
3.27 |
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2" (3mm thick) |
Price per coin |
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| No Colors (Diestruck) |
5.75 |
3.55 |
2.99 |
2.91 |
2.85 |
1 Side: $70
2 Sides: $140 |
| ONE SIDE: up to 4 colors |
6.35 |
3.94 |
3.48 |
3.41 |
3.35 |
| TWO SIDES: up to 4 colors ea. side |
6.99 |
4.32 |
3.89 |
3.84 |
3.79 |
| SAME PRICE FOR HARD AND SOFT ENAMEL | Many other options are available, including Diamond,
Swirl,
Wave, and
Ribbed Edge;
Epoxy Coating;
Cut-Out;
Odd Shaped;
Key Chain;
Picture Insert;
Screen printed;
Two-toned plated numbering; Sequential Numbering; Pin Backing; and more. Call for pricing. |
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| Challenge Coin Gallery |
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Antique silver, die cat, zinc alloy without color; Red part is etched-through soft enamel and is translucent |
Sandblasted nickel coin with soft enamel and offset printing; no epoxy on coin |
 
Stamped antique bronze challenge coin without color; diamond cut edge; front face is in 3D; back is in 3D |
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Stamped bronze, faux enamel without epoxy; 2D; custom shape |
Stamped bronze, antique silver; 2D; custom shape
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Stamped antique bronze challenge coin with soft enamel and offset printing; rope edge; 2D on both sides |
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 Stamped bronze with soft enamel; antique silver; custom shape; 3D
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Stamped bronze with soft enamel; antique silver; custom shape; 3D |
 
Stamped bronze, faux hard enamel, antique silver, 3D |
| Challenge coins in above gallery are for reference only and are not for sale |
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The Military Challenge Coin Legend
Legend has it that challenge coins originated when a wealthy WWI service member purchased medallions (or coins) for pilots in his squadron to boost morale and memorialize their bond. One of the pilots valued the gift, placing the coin in a pouch around his neck for safekeeping. The pilot was unfortunately shot down behind enemy lines, captured, and stripped of all identification in an attempt to prevent him from escaping. The pilot had extremely good luck, and was able to escape the enemy and get himself safely back into friendly territory. Having no identification, he was unable to  prove his allegiance; he was mistaken for an enemy saboteur and was slated for immediate execution. Desperate, he pulled the challenge coin from the pouch and showed it, hoping that someone would recognize his squadron's insignia. With luck still on his side, his identification was confirmed and his life saved. Upon safe return to his squadron, it became tradition for all members to carry their coin at all times. To this day, many military units, squadrons, departments, and agencies actively usechallenge coins as a form of identification.
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