How can I replace some limited edition challenge coins?

SPC Dawn Appelberg (Johnson) — Sat, 25 Dec 2021 21:28:56 -0500

Without getting into too much detail as many I worked with are on here and I don't want some sort of witch hunt starting, I was given between 2003-2010 3 very special coins from my command. They were very limited - one was a general's coin, the other two were OIF I/II Raven coins from 81st brigade. They had serial numbers. Apparently someone I worked with felt they deserved them more - they among other awards and gifts were stolen. It has been over a decade - however my now 18 year old son gave me for Christmas a Challenge coin stand. I would dearly LOVE to have replicas of the ones I had been given. Does anyone know how to go about getting them? I do not want some stolen valor cheap knock off.

Response by SGM Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 25 at 2021 9:45 PM

SGM Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 25 Dec 2021 21:45:26 -0500

Did it look like this?
https://www.worthpoint.com/worthopedia/81st-brigade-combat-team-task-forec-423530386

this guy is selling the 81st BDE TF Raven coin and a CG coin from OIF I/II...

81st Brigade Combat Team Task Forec Raven OIF2 General's Challenge Coin | #423530386

81st Brigade Combat Team Task Force Raven Operation Iraqi Freedom II Commanding General's Challenge Coin 1 Star Brigadier General Flag OIF - Iraqi Washington National Guard I'm selling off my 9,500 Ar

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 25 at 2021 9:46 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 25 Dec 2021 21:46:51 -0500

Sorry for your loss... Best of Luck in retreiving them! SPC Dawn Appelberg (Johnson)

Response by SFC Ralph E Kelley made Dec 26 at 2021 10:30 PM

SFC Ralph E Kelley — Sun, 26 Dec 2021 22:30:18 -0500

I've never heard of any 'limited edition' Challenge coins that were given - just those bought online at a store. You don't want to be known as a Pos. Maybe if those that gave you the coins still have some they can give you you might be able to recreate the event so they remember the your actions, otherwise I doubt it.
Unless you mean a coin with a serial number embedded - Then you may have a good chance of getting it replaced.

Response by SSgt Christophe Murphy made Dec 27 at 2021 11:47 AM

SSgt Christophe Murphy — Mon, 27 Dec 2021 11:47:20 -0500

There are plenty of resources you can use. Military exchange, Ebay and a quick google will show a long list of companies that sell military coins and can design a coin to fit your needs. You could also reach out to the unit and see where they have coins available.

Response by SGT David Schrader made Dec 29 at 2021 11:06 PM

SGT David Schrader — Wed, 29 Dec 2021 23:06:51 -0500

You might have already done this, but I would recommend contacting your unit and possibly try to get in contact with the General’s staff to see if they have any records of the serial numbered coins to help you find or replace them. It would help if you have a personal record of the serial numbers.
Best of luck to you