Creative Challenge Coins For E-Commerce, Gift Shops & Merchandise

When it comes down to it, challenge coins are meant to grab attention. They tell a story, but they are meant to be eye-catching tokens of appreciation. Whether it's a commemorative coin, a milestone coin, or a promotional coin, challenge coins are created as keepsakes. This is just one of many reasons why challenge coins make great souvenirs. 

Challenge coins are great for gift shops, e-commerce shops, pop-up events, and much more. They provide something different to your lineup, no matter what kind of business or brand you want to promote. Custom coins often become a special item held in high regard by customers and prospects. They are looked at and displayed with pride for years to come, providing something tangible, striking, and intriguing. 

Challenge coins can be made any way you see fit. You can spread a message, pay tribute, honor your customers. They are an outstanding way to commemorate everything from special events and occassions to staff recognition and even memorials.

From Military Origins to Civilian Use

Challenge coins are rooted in military tradition, and in recent years have expanded beyond the military ranks. Many corporations, schools, nonprofits and other organizations use them, as promotional tools or even as merchandise. A high-quality coin is sure to stand out and add something distinguished to your inventory, providing people a chance to own a unique, exclusive object. 

Challenge coins are simply custom-made coins that feature symbols, logos, text, and other elements. They originated in the military as a way to commemorate specific assignments, deployments, unit achievements, promotions, and other notable moments. Beyond the military, other organizations use them to recognize special events, accomplishments, achievements, and other milestones.

The best part about creating your own custom challenge coins is that you are in complete control over the details in your design. Creating a coin is fun and interesting, and we make the entire process as easy as possible. At ChallengeCoins4Less.com, we offer a full range of options that will make your coins stand out, no matter if you are looking for souvenir coins or coins to add to your merchandise selection. 

Making Your Coins Unique with Options

As challenge coins are becoming more common, you want to design something compelling. There are several ways to make your coin stand out.  The more imaginative the coin, the more attention it will garner. An innovative design can be a conversation starter, and it will be something that recipients can look upon fondly and carry or display proudly. 

Size and Shape

Let's talk about how you can make your coin truly one of a kind. It's all about the design. Typically challenge coins are round in shape and between 1.75 inches and 3 inches in diameter. On thing many people might not realize is that you are not limited to just standard shapes or sizes. Custom coins can be made in any shape or size you can imagine.

The artwork you choose should stand out and be the center of your creation, so pick something meaningful and memorable for the purpose you have in mind. It's important to start with the basics, such as shape and size.

Consider Plating Color and Style

Once you choose these two details, consider the type of metal plating you want to use over the zinc or brass base. The metal type will affect your coin's appearance, so be sure to understand the differences. Gold and silver are the most popular selections, and brass, copper, and nickel are available too. All of these metals are also offered in antique and polished finishes, adding more character to your design.

Edge Options

After choosing the metal, think about the edge of your coin. The front and the back are just the beginning. Adding a unique look to the edge enhances the entire coin. You can choose a diamond cut edge such as a wave cut or rope cut, or add engraved edge text. Sequential numbering is a great choice, too, creating a true limited edition for an exclusive appeal.

Color Adds Visual Appeal

Don't forget color! Adding color to your challenge coin can create a stunning look that will make your design really pop. Coins can be designed with up to five colors at no extra cost. If you want, you can even add additional colors for a slight additional cost. You can even add an epoxy coating to protect your coin from wear and tear. 

Your Best Choice for Custom Coins

At ChallengeCoins4Less.com, we specialize in custom-made challenge coins, and we take pride in what we do. We have produced outstanding challenge coins of all kinds for the past 20+ years. We have the experience to bring your ideas to life in a beautifully crafted coin.

We have had the honor of making coins for all branches of the U.S. military, from specific units, squads, and battalions, to coins for businesses, schools, nonprofits and other organizations across the country. No matter what type of challenge coin you want, we can make it. 

We pride ourselves on the quality of our products and our superior customer service. Our talented, experienced team will work with you every step of the way, from the setup process through production, to ensure that you receive exactly the custom coins you expect. We love turning your ideas and concepts into mementos that will be treasured for years to come. 

We are focused on producing top-quality coins with unbeatable pricing. We will get your order to you fast, and we will make sure it's correct. We carefully ispect every coin before we ship it to you. Not only that, we also stand behind the quality of everything we sell with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Should you find any coin you buy from us defective in either workmanship or materials, we will replace it at no additional cost to you

If you want exceptional challenge coins at cost-effective prices and with hassle-free customer service, you've come to the right place. If you'd like to find out about more, call us toll-free at (855) 272-8451, or  email us If you already have an idea for your design, fill out our no-obligation free quote form and we'll send you a free digital proof of your design. Let us show you how fast, easy and fun ordering custom challenge coins can be!