Custom Made Coins

Custom Challenge coins can be used in many different ways such as military coins – Army, Air Force, Naval, Marines, Police and more. Don’t leave home without yours. Geocaching – It’s so popular these days. Coins are rare and a worthy find. Gift Coins and Event Coins – Wonderful to commemorate special events or a job well done.

Today, the American Military continues the legacy of Challenge Coins’ origin. Commanding officers utilize these coins to recognize acts of bravery, excellence, and accomplishment. Receiving such a coin is a tremendous honor. The tradition also extends to social settings, where officers may challenge each other by placing their coins on the table. Fellow officers are then expected to produce their coins; otherwise, the one without a coin covers the next round of drinks. This tradition has transcended the military realm and is now adopted in various walks of life, symbolizing allegiance and camaraderie.

Amidst the tribulations of war, a squadron leader during World War II sought to uplift the spirits of his unit. He unknowingly initiated a transformative military tradition by commissioning custom-made coins bearing the unit’s emblem. The anecdote recounts how one pilot’s life was spared due to the coin gifted by his commanding officer. Captured by German forces, the pilot’s survival hinged on a French commander’s recognition of the coin’s symbol, ultimately averting his execution.