The Coin Thread

[AlphaSigOU]

The Kwajalein American Legion (Richard B. Anderson Post 44 - the only known American Legion post currently meeting within a U.S. military installation) just got some new coins made up. As soon as I get one I'll take a picture of it and post it here.

[SarDragon]

Just out of curiosity, have any of you priced coins at eSnacko? That's where Farva gets his for AF Blues.

[Eclipse]

Just out of curiosity, have any of you priced coins at eSnacko? That's where Farva gets his for AF Blues.

I had thought he used coinforce, but esnacko sells coins as well. 

I spoke to coinforce last week - 3 month lead time, and discountchallenge coins wanted 45 days.

Incirlik is still the fastest and cheapest.

[Spaceman3750]

Just out of curiosity, have any of you priced coins at eSnacko? That's where Farva gets his for AF Blues.

discountchallenge coins wanted 45 days.

That must be new then - they used to be 35 days approval to door.

[Eclipse]

Just out of curiosity, have any of you priced coins at eSnacko? That's where Farva gets his for AF Blues.

discountchallenge coins wanted 45 days.

That must be new then - they used to be 35 days approval to door.

I tried based on your recommendation and ICENINE being a PITA about it.  45 days plus any lead time on the art.
I don't know if because of all the military and ES action all over the place they are all just swamped, or what the deal is,
but no one but Incirlik could do it for us.  Ugur will turn around coins in 25 days including shipping.

$195 for 50, no charge for the art work.

[Spaceman3750]

Just out of curiosity, have any of you priced coins at eSnacko? That's where Farva gets his for AF Blues.

discountchallenge coins wanted 45 days.

That must be new then - they used to be 35 days approval to door.

I tried based on your recommendation and ICENINE being a PITA about it.  45 days plus any lead time on the art.
I don't know if because of all the military and ES action all over the place they are all just swamped, or what the deal is,
but no one but Incirlik could do it for us.  Ugur will turn around coins in 25 days including shipping.

$195 for 50, no charge for the art work.

It's too bad they extended their lead time. I like them because they stick to their promises.

Because I'm really curious, next time we (or Icenine and I) cross paths I want to compare DCC's quality to Incirlik . I think they should be pretty similar but I'm curious.

[NIN]

Pylon's experience with CoinForce was, uh, not tremendously confidence inspiring....

[JC004]

Does anyone have a better picture of a National Commander challenge coin?

[Grumpy]

Hey, they're nice but just try to wear them on your blues.  My God, the weight.   

[JC004]

That is why I wear some around the neck on a wide ribbon and others around my belt.  It distributes the weight better.

[Zen Master Charlie]

Here are a few of my coins. I do agree with a lot of you, they are kind of over used, but I enjoy collecting them, each one has a story behind it, whether it be for overcoming something, meeting someone, or going somewhere. It's cool when my friends ask me about them, even though they are just souvenirs.

These are the ones I cherish the most: http://i749.photobucket.com/albums/xx132/FARVA809/myfavs.jpg

Top left: Secretary of the Air Force Michael Wayn. He was fired a few weeks later for the inncodent with the B-52 flying over the U.S. with armed nuclear weapons... 
Top Right: Gen Courter's coin
Bottom Left: My mom got this for me after my first solo, got it engraved with my name date and tail number on the back.
Bottom Right: Presented to me by the coolest Wing Commander 

[Zen Master Charlie]

Hmmm, perhaps the ugliest coin ever made? 

http://i749.photobucket.com/albums/xx132/FARVA809/uglychallangecoin.jpg

[JC004]

Here are a few of my coins. I do agree with a lot of you, they are kind of over used, but I enjoy collecting them, each one has a story behind it, whether it be for overcoming something, meeting someone, or going somewhere. It's cool when my friends ask me about them, even though they are just souvenirs.

These are the ones I cherish the most: http://i749.photobucket.com/albums/xx132/FARVA809/myfavs.jpg

Top left: Secretary of the Air Force Michael Wayn. He was fired a few weeks later for the inncodent with the B-52 flying over the U.S. with armed nuclear weapons... 
Top Right: Gen Courter's coin
Bottom Left: My mom got this for me after my first solo, got it engraved with my name date and tail number on the back.
Bottom Right: Presented to me by the coolest Wing Commander 

That National Commander coin is different than the others I've seen.  Do you have a picture of the other side?

[Zen Master Charlie]

Here are a few of my coins. I do agree with a lot of you, they are kind of over used, but I enjoy collecting them, each one has a story behind it, whether it be for overcoming something, meeting someone, or going somewhere. It's cool when my friends ask me about them, even though they are just souvenirs.

These are the ones I cherish the most: http://i749.photobucket.com/albums/xx132/FARVA809/myfavs.jpg

Top left: Secretary of the Air Force Michael Wayn. He was fired a few weeks later for the inncodent with the B-52 flying over the U.S. with armed nuclear weapons... 
Top Right: Gen Courter's coin
Bottom Left: My mom got this for me after my first solo, got it engraved with my name date and tail number on the back.
Bottom Right: Presented to me by the coolest Wing Commander 

That National Commander coin is different than the others I've seen.  Do you have a picture of the other side?

Tis a little unusual indeed. Nothin to special on the back, just the CAP Command shield but Ill snap one in the morning for ya!

[lordmonar]

I don't see how coins are over used.

Every squadron should have one.
Every speical event should have one.
Every commander should have one for 'atta boys.

The whole point of them is to build a esprit de corps and some fun one-up-manship.

[Майор Хаткевич]

I don't see how coins are over used.

Every squadron should have one.
Every speical event should have one.
Every commander should have one for 'atta boys.

The whole point of them is to build a esprit de corps and some fun one-up-manship.

I agree. A coin should be used in the same manner as some ribbons, certificates, and gear is. You went to an Encampment and got a certificate? Great! Here's a kick ass coin to remember it by as well. Did the wing annual X event? Awesome! Here's a coin to remember it by. Part of X squadron? Here's a coin to remember your time there.

In my time I've earned a few local coins: Spring Encampment, Group, Squadron, C/CC with dates of service. The last one was a presentational coin sold (at the time?) by Vanguard, and has an shield that can be engraved. I cherish that coin the most because it forever reminds me of the time I was the C/CC. Sure beats the heck out of a certificate of some kind.

Not sure on the front design, but this coin has the shield I'm talking about.

[crisptheyounger]

Hmmm, perhaps the ugliest coin ever made? 

http://i749.photobucket.com/albums/xx132/FARVA809/uglychallangecoin.jpg

What activity is that coin from?

[shlebz]

random question... but during a coin check what if you dont even own a coin? (i do i'm just wondering) then would you have to buy the rounds?

[Eclipse]

I don't generally coin-check anyone unless I have a pretty good idea they have at least one (i.e. I gave it to them, know they've been to various activities, etc.).

In the case where I run into someone who doesn't have one, then tie goes to the runner, though in my days as a commander, that would likely mean you'd get one.

[Eclipse]

I've added a couple since last year, most recently the AFRCC & Navy Chief's coin: