What The Heck is this military Bar

[gabriel101101]

I have this I am clueless to what it is

 

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[nsdq]

Challenge coin For Afgan

 

[gabriel101101]

Its a Coin? I thought It was a bar? Is there a better name for it?

 

[SkaBa]

Its a Coin? I thought It was a bar? Is there a better name for it?

From Wiki.....


A challenge coin is a small coin or medallion (usually military), bearing an organization’s insignia or emblem and carried by the organization’s members. Traditionally, they are given to prove membership when challenged and to enhance morale. In addition, they are also collected by service members. In practice, challenge coins are normally presented by unit commanders in recognition of special achievement by a member of the unit. They are also exchanged in recognition of visits to an organization.[1]

 

[bradyboy]

whats on the back, size?

 

[diggummup]

It has insignia on it from the 1st Armored Division, the 3rd infantry division and the 17th Infantry regiment. Although the colors appear as black when they should be blue.