Challenge Coin
Photo credit: Michael Hnatov
Accession Number: T.2014.12.4
Dimensions: 0.125 in X 1.5625 in
Dimensions (Metric): 0.3175 cm X 3.96875 cm
Dimensions (Metric): 0.3175 cm X 3.96875 cm
Credit Line: Collection 9/11 Memorial Museum, Memorial Tribute Archive
Description
1st Ranger Battalion challenge coin made of engraved steel with gold colored coating. The coin features the Ranger shield on the front, in color, with text: "1st Ranger BB | Afghanistan - Iraq - Grenada - Panama | Mytkyina - Messina - Omaha Beach | Korea - Vietnam | Merrill's Marauders." The back of the coin is engraved "Rangers Lead the Way" with the serial number 1701 and a place for the owner to engrave their name.
1st Ranger Battalion challenge coin made of engraved steel with gold colored coating. The coin features the Ranger shield on the front, in color, with text: "1st Ranger BB | Afghanistan - Iraq - Grenada - Panama | Mytkyina - Messina - Omaha Beach | Korea - Vietnam | Merrill's Marauders." The back of the coin is engraved "Rangers Lead the Way" with the serial number 1701 and a place for the owner to engrave their name.
Historical Notes
This coin was left on the 9/11 Memorial. Exact date and location unknown.
This coin was left on the 9/11 Memorial. Exact date and location unknown.
