A question asked and answered by Faemike55

Memorial • Military • posted on Jul 15, 2013

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I just received a SM from Dana regarding my new avatar. It is a memorial to my late friend Phil as well as a reminder to me of my service in the Navy. A Coin like this is with Phil in his casket. this is called a Challenge Coin and all branches of the military have their own. Here are the rules for the Challenge Coin: A "Coin Check" consists of a challenge and response. A challenge is initiated by either holding your coin in the air or slamming it on a table or floor and yelling "Coin Check!" 2. Individual(s) challenged must respond by showing their Coin with their own unit's logo to the challenger within 10 seconds. 3. Anyone challenged who doesn't show their Coin must buy a round of drinks for all challenged, including the challenger. 4. Coin Checks are permitted anywhere and anytime. 5. If everyone being challenged produces their Coin, the challenger must buy a round of drinks for all challenged. 6. If you accidentally drop your Coin and it makes an audible sound on impact, then you "accidentally" initiated a Coin Check. 7. There are no exceptions to the rules. They apply to clothed or un- clothed. One step and an arms reach are allowed. 8. A Coin is a Coin. They are not belt buckles, key chains or necklaces. Coins worn in a holder around the neck are valid. Always carry your coin as a reminder of your commitment and connection to something bigger in your daily life. A personal note: the drink(s) do not have to be alcoholic. I will post the flip side of this coin later. The copy of these rules come courtesy of VetFriends.com

Comments (59)

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kgb224

2:04PM | Tue, 16 July 2013

Superb capture my friend. God bless.

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nefertiabet

3:08PM | Tue, 16 July 2013

Interesting story Mike! Thanks for the info!

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mrestey

4:49PM | Tue, 16 July 2013

HEY! That's pretty cool Mike. I've NEVER heard of that. Quite a sharp looking coin I might add. Makes me wonder what the coins from the other groups look like. Thanks for sharing this fascinating image and information.

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sandra46

6:10PM | Tue, 16 July 2013

GREAT REMEMBRANCE

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flavia49

7:13PM | Tue, 16 July 2013

marvellous image and great info

artofsouls

7:16PM | Tue, 16 July 2013

To honour a man in life is a great tribute to his standings And your avatar will remind us all

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jocko500

9:37PM | Tue, 16 July 2013

learn that trick to pull it out your ear to impress the checkers. hahhahaha this is cool

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anmes

3:20AM | Wed, 17 July 2013

Really interesting

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dakotabluemoon

7:09AM | Wed, 17 July 2013

Now this is one i have not seen nice capture of it.

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GOLDILOCKSUK

9:52AM | Wed, 17 July 2013

I like the detail on your coin. Thank you for showing us :) Cathy xoxoxo

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Jean_C

11:20AM | Wed, 17 July 2013

Interesting infos, superb image!

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Crudelitas

2:54PM | Wed, 17 July 2013

This type of coin-check I did not know. Thus, at least ensure that no one dies of thirst ... Fabulous photo!

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adrie

4:12PM | Wed, 17 July 2013

Interesting story and a beautiful tribute Mike.

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cvrad

5:27PM | Wed, 17 July 2013

I was presented with a few but I have never had the "challenge" you mentioned given to me I kept them in a box and now they sit at the end of my night stand.

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wysiwig

7:31PM | Wed, 17 July 2013

Wonderful dedication to your friend and a great tradition. I'll have to ask my young Army friend if they still do this.

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VEDES

1:09AM | Thu, 18 July 2013

Amazing!!!

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LBJ2

7:32AM | Thu, 18 July 2013

Beautiful capture and motif, Mike. A good memory of time, and a lost friend.

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jif3d

8:40PM | Fri, 19 July 2013

Sure beats the Aussie "two up" game and really great when you still want a drink but have run short of money...well, if you win the challenge that is ! Thanx for the info & ~Cheers~

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tofi

9:37PM | Fri, 19 July 2013

Very beautiful and a lovely tribute to your friend, Mike! Very interesting subject and captioned information!

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Nonsolum

6:37AM | Sat, 20 July 2013

And now we know why one day of war is a day of excess... :-p So does it work with the enemy too ? :-D It could be the best way of peace, isn't it ? ;-)

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mtdana

11:33AM | Sun, 21 July 2013

Fantastic tribute - thanks for posting to information. – Maybe you can gif this with your old icon - I still like your old icon :)

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aksirp

2:27PM | Sun, 21 July 2013

well choosed avatar and thank you for background, great commitement from you and yor friend for other people!

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tigertim

7:53PM | Sun, 21 July 2013

Cool story.I had never heard of a challenge coin until now!!...a neat tradition!!

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0rest4wicked

8:17AM | Mon, 22 July 2013

Excellent!

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clbsmiley

8:15AM | Tue, 23 July 2013

Very interesting... And yes a round of drinks does not have to be alcoholic.

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junge1

6:04PM | Wed, 24 July 2013

That's a fancy coin Mike. We (the 161th ARW- Air Refueling Wing) of the Arizona Air National Guard started that in the early 90's. My coin says USAF on top, and Aircrew Life Support (my specialty) at the bottom and a blank space in the back for the unit. Despite the fact that I don't go into military drinking establishment anymore (or very seldom) the coin is in my wallet and goes where I go. I don't remember having a coin while I was in the active duty Air Force in the 60's.

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debbielove

7:18AM | Thu, 25 July 2013

Yep, very interesting and thanks for showing in more detail.. And, as a British bloke, I know WE certainly don't any more, our Prime Minister has sold off our Navy.. Rob

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