Braithre Challenge Coin

Name: Braithre Challenge Coin
Rating: 5 (20 reviews)

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Braithre Challenge Coin

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Product description
- Braithre Thar Gach Ni...... Brotherhood Before All. Makes for a perfect challenge.
  
  Antique Nickle
  
  Also available in Decal & Print
  
  Here is my favorite version of the history of the Challenge Coin. In WWI a particular Allied squadron all wore the same bronze medallion. Some pilots just carried it in their pockets like coins. One of them was shot down behind enemy lines and captured. He later escaped and was captured by his own allied forces. With no identification, he was going to be executed as a saboteur, but one of the officers recognized his medallion. Since it saved his life, the squadron decided they should have their medallions or coins on them at all times. To enforce this, if someone issued a challenge to see your coin/medallion and you could not produce it, you had to buy them a drink. If you did have your coin, they had to buy you a drink.
  
  This tradition has been carried from the military into the Fire/EMS/Law enforcement arena. Black Helmet Apparel is proud to continue this tradition..... Especially since someone got me at the last FDIC!
  
  Just as your helmet is not merely a piece of equipment, a challenge coin is not only a token but also a tangible source of pride for America’s soldiers, firefighters, police officers and EMS personnel at every level in the chain of command. Commanders use them as on-the-spot awards. Senior military leaders often dole out their coins as gifts to foreign dignitaries or civilian VIPs.
  
  Coin checks are still a part of military life, and various punishments are still handed out for those found without their coin. (Some cruelly choose locations apt to yield a victory. Rules commonly followed specify that the coin must be carried at all times; neither shower nor latrine exempt one from producing his coin.) But it's only ever happened to me at the bar.......

Customer Reviews

Kyleen R.

My father LOVED these!!!! They were a Father’s Day gift. We are part Irish and he was a volunteer firefighter/EMT for many years as well as a Vietnam Naval Veteran. I couldn’t include a picture because I had to ship them to him due to COVI-19. I also sent the print out of the meaning of the Challenge Coin and the translation.

William P.

Beautiful coin. Looks perfect with my collection. Had to buy one for my friend. Will definitely buy more.

Christine S.

We love everything that you guys put out .

Jennine H.

Got this as a gift for someone close to me and they absolutely loved it! A really solid piece that was well made and everything about it was perfect

James B.

Excellent, better looking than expected.

Harry W.

They look awesome.

Dennis N.

Was wanting one of these for my collection I have started. Pretty neat I thought. Will purchase more in the future

Anthony T.

Great detail on this coin.

James G.

Gave this as a Christmas gift to my Lieutenant ! Not only a great gift. But with real meaning for a brother !!

AJ L.

These are some of the nicest coins around. They have a rustic, almost pewter appearance. These 4 are absolutely giant and come individually packaged in a clear plastic case (ready to display - if you’re into that kind of thing). BH’s designs are one of the coolest around by far.

Geoffrey M.

High quality coin. Definitely a must.

Glenn B.

Perfect for my collection!

Josh B.

"Breeds over all"

Leroy H.

Challenge coin goes well in my collection

Steve H.

Beautifully crafted coin is large enough that you can always know you are carrying it in your pocket, but not so heavy to be bothersome! I love it!

Jeffrey T.

Good quality coin with great tooling for the price.

Kyle W.

Very nice, as described, quick delivery, THANK YOU.

Ethan M.

Fast delivery I love that

Harold B.

Shipping was quick and the coin is even better than description

Paul E.

Nice coin. I purchased two. My niece recently got into collecting challenge coins, so I gladly got one for her collection. One for my keepsake as well. Paul Evancho Yuma Fire Dept Captain/ Engine 02