Custom EMS Challenge Coins
Does your team have challenge coins?
Signature Coins has been creating unique challenge coins for EMTs, Firefighters, Police Departments, and all branches of the US Military for over 15 years. We have nothing but respect for all branches of the Emergency Medical Service and take the utmost care in crafting the highest quality challenge coins for first responders.
We back all of our products with a 100% satisfaction guarantee and are dedicated to making our process simple from design to delivery. We work to meet deadlines while creating vibrant and durable custom challenge coins!
Check out the customizable EMS challenge coin we're selling to raise money for NAEMT Foundation.
Tailor your message of appreciation and specify the colors of the star of life and the ambulance to match their department's unique appearance!
What are EMS Challenge Coins?
EMS challenge coins have evolved from the challenge coin tradition practiced through many branches of the US Military! No two groups or units have the same coin. Challenge coins are designed to be unique and to symbolize the individual team’s spirit, camaraderie, and dedication.
The challenge aspect of the coin come from units issuing challenges to the group at large, usually in a bar or restaurant. The challenger would take their coin and slap it down on the bar causing everyone else to produce their coin as fast as possible. Rules are different from group to group, however, you can generally expect to buy a round of drinks for your team if you do not have your coin with you. If everyone meets the requirement and slaps their challenge coin on the table, the challenger is responsible for a round!
The tradition has carried over into many branches of the Emergency Medical Service, and different teams of first responders use them as marks of distinction and team character.
We make creating custom challenge coins easy!
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EMS Custom Coin Gallery
Caroll County 911 Communications Challenge Coin Front
Caroll County 911 Communications Challenge Coin Front
Caroll County 911 Communications Challenge Coin Back
Caroll County 911 Communications Challenge Coin Back
911 Emergency Challenge Coin Front
911 Emergency Challenge Coin Front
911 Emergency Challenge Coin Back
911 Emergency Challenge Coin Back
Firefighter & EMS Strong Challenge Coin
These Fire & Rescue coins are also EMS coins. The design at the center is half of a Florian cross and half of the EMS Star of Life, representing the firefighters and emergency responders who received these coins.
EMS Strong Challenge Coin front
EMS Strong Challenge Coin front
Detroit Lansing Necaunee EMS front
Detroit Lansing Necaunee EMS front
COMPCO First Responders Side 2
This high polish gold coin from Compco Industries was created to honor first responders. The stars on the edge of the back coin face are custom.
Birthplace of Americas Missile Challenge Coin Front
Birthplace of Americas Missile Challenge Coin Front
Birthplace of Americas Missile Challenge Coin Back
Birthplace of Americas Missile Challenge Coin Back
3D Fire Chief's Challenge Coin
We've seen a lot of different versions of the Florian cross, but this Fire Chief's coin is one of our favorites. The cross is presented in full 3D gold metal and, instead of looking at cross head-on, the artwork uses forced perspective to put the cross at an angle.
Detroit Lansing Necaunee EMS back
Detroit Lansing Necaunee EMS back
Bayflite challenge coin front
Bayflite challenge coin front
Bayflite challenge coin Back
Bayflite challenge coin Back
Vector Aeromedical Challenge Coin Front
Vector Aeromedical Challenge Coin Front
Vector Aeromedical Challenge Coin back
Vector Aeromedical Challenge Coin back
Texas training school Challenge Coin front
Texas training school Challenge Coin front
EMS Air Evacuation Life team Challenge Coin back
EMS Air Evacuation Life team Challenge Coin back
Air Evacuation Life team Challenge Coin front
Air Evacuation Life team Challenge Coin front
City of Paris EMS Challenge Coin
The antique copper plating and cross cut edging make this an unforgettable coin design. Including the Texas flag in the background of the design was another fun way to make the artwork more personal and meaningful to the EMS members receiving them.
Hazmat and Emergency Response Challenge Coin
Hazmat and Emergency Response Challenge Coin
DOT Aircraft Rescue Challenge Coin Front
DOT Aircraft Rescue Challenge Coin Front
Firefighter & EMS Strong Challenge Coin Side 2
The cut outs in this design help frame the shield at the center of the coin. If you're looking for a fun way to change things up, including cut outs is a great way to spice up a lot of different designs.
Upper Township Rescue Challenge Coin Front
Upper Township Rescue Challenge Coin Front
Upper Township Rescue Challenge Coin Back
Upper Township Rescue Challenge Coin Back
Metro Transit Control Center Challenge Coin
Metro Transit Control Center Challenge Coin
Types of EMS Challenge Coins
With over 200,000 men and women working as EMTs and Paramedics alone, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the potential for custom challenge coins in the Emergency Medical System is vast. Some examples of EMS branches that Signature Coins work with are:
- Ambulance Services
- Paramedic Services
- Emergency Dispatchers
- First Responders
- Technical Rescue Operations
- Search and Rescue
- Emergency Physicians
- Emergency Nurse
Paramedics, EMTs, dispatchers, and all other first responders have a wide assortment of options to choose from in creating custom challenge coins. Check out our gallery here and take a look at the what we have made in the past!
EMS Schools
Generally, first responders start their careers in the Emergency Medical Service as EMTs before becoming Paramedics. There are hundreds of EMS school across the country and many of these institutions require time spent as an EMT before admittance. Once in the program, students must pass the didactic, clinical, and field internship sections before graduation. It is definitely an uphill journey but also a rewarding experience for those dedicated enough to see it through! Commemorating a graduating class with a set of custom challenge coins is a fantastic way to add a personal touch to the ceremony.
Why Choose Signature Coins?
Signature Coins has been making custom challenge coins for over 15 years. We are a go-to source for many Firefighters, Law Enforcement agencies, and different branches of the US Military. In the private sector, we have worked closely with big-name clients like Amazon, Microsoft, and Coca-Cola as well as many more!
You can be sure to expect streamline service in our ordering process! We guarantee delivery within 14 business days once your order has been finalized! Other premium services we offer free of charge are:
- Free Artwork and Design
- Free unlimited revisions
- Mold and Set up
- US Priority Air Shipping
Signature Coins offer a wide range of customizable options including coin sizes, metal plating, sequential numbing, glow in the dark, and edge engraving!
Check out our custom challenge coin pricing page to learn more about these options and more!
All custom coins are designed in-house and unique to each customer. Our experienced staff of artist have years of experience creating original designs and will have your first proof ready within 24 hours! Call 1.800.953.3607 to speak with a member of our staff or follow the link below to get started with your free Artwork and Quote!
Download Our Design Template
Ready To Get Started?
When you are ready to proceed, use the convenient Order Form on our site to place your challenge coin order.
