Iowa Challenge Coins
A Symbol Of Liberty
Iowa is home to vast prairies, rolling hills, and amazing natural wonder at every turn. There are 13 famous waterfalls like those found at Pikes Peak and Union Grove that sparkle in the summer sunlight and attract visitors from all over the country. Iowa experiences season changes that blanket the forests and mountain trails in crimson, gold, and yellow during the fall, cover the cities with powdered snow in the winter, and pull everyone outside in spring to enjoy the sunshine, flowers, and life on the water!
Iowa challenge coins capture both the amazing and seemingly insignificant aspect of the state that define the area’s soul. Original artwork incorporates state heritage and attractions like the scenic railroad tours and numerous byways that spider web across the state including:
- The Glacial Trail Byway
- The River Bluffs Byway
- The Iowa Great River Road
United States challenge coins are the personification of state heritage, character, and sole. They inspire unity among both residents and travelers and become a piece of state history stamped into metal. Iowa challenge coins embody the serenity of the open prairie, the peace of a day on the water, and the humility and awe inspired by natural wonder. Businesses, law enforcement departments, firefighters and first responders, and military personnel are just a few of the organizations that commission custom coins.
Iowa challenge coins are handed out among teams in honor of valued service and in remembrance of the dedication to life, liberty, and unity in places like:
- Des Moines
- Cedar Rapids
- Iowa City
- Davenport
- Sioux City
For over 15 years, Signature Coins has been making custom United States challenge coins for teams and organizations all over the country. We take special care in ensuring that our clients have the ability to capture the details and spirit of their home state in coin design. Fill out one of our order forms to get started on your free artwork!
Iowa Law Enforcement and Firefighter Challenge Coins
Iowa challenge coins are a representation of the state motto: our liberties we prize and our rights we maintain. These are words to live by for state police officers and service members like firefighters and first responders. When disaster strikes, police and firefighters are the first on the scene to ensure the safety of all and provide aid and support where needed.
In 1993, Iowa and several other states were drenched in torrential downpours that caused massive flooding damage to property and put lives at risk. The Great Flood of 1993 lasted 200 days in some locations and affected 9 states and up to 400,000 square miles in total. Police officers and first responders worked around the clock to help in disaster relief and provide aid in any way they could.
Since 1990, Iowa has experience 42 presidentially-declared disasters mostly caused by severe weather alone. Heavy rains and flooding, tornados, ice storms, and blizzards are all instances where Iowa first responders and law enforcement must forgo time with family to provide support to the people of their cities and counties.
Law enforcement challenge coins and firefighter challenge coins commemorate the efforts of the service men and women of Iowa. First responders are responsible for saving the lives of accident victims and those people in the direst need. Police officers put their lives on the line on a daily basis to ensure the safety of all. Some of the local branches that benefit from custom Iowa challenge coins include:
- Iowa City Police Department
- Sioux City Police Department
- West Des Moines Police Department
- Carlisle Police Department
- Iowa State Patrol
- Des Moines Fire & Rescue
- Johnston Fire Department
- Cedar Rapids Fire Department
- North Liberty Fire Department
- Davenport Fire Department
Department leaders order custom Iowa challenge coins with artwork depicting team emblems, mottos, and missions. They are earned through superior service and commendable achievements. Police officers earn Iowa challenge coins after completing training, to celebrate promotions, and for displaying courage in the line of fire. Each coin is a mark of honor and is displayed with pride.
Fire stations award crews Iowa challenge coins that commemorate the actions and accomplishments of firefighters and first responders during crisis situations and natural disasters. Their efforts help restore peace and order and save the lives of Iowa citizens. Each Iowa challenge coin is earned through personal merit and excellent service.
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Iowa Military Challenge Coins
Military challenge coins symbolize units, companies, and battalions of soldiers through custom artwork of team insignias and values. Commanding officers design coins that incorporate historical or important dates that reference team achievement through training, operational missions, and courage. Soldiers earn challenge coins. They are never given away.
Iowa challenge coins induct new recruits into the armed forces, celebrate graduation from basic training, and forge bonds between teammates through shared vision and experience. Local recruitment offices and Military Entrance Processing Stations use custom Iowa challenge coins, as do local teams within military installations like:
- Camp Dodge Army Base
- Iowa Army Plant Army Base
Iowa challenge coins honor the sacrifices of our Nation’s service members and represent the core values of every soldier; courage, integrity, and commitment. Each coin is carried with pride and displayed for a lifetime as a symbol of personal merit and service to the United States.
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Iowa College Coins
Honoring Scholarship And Building School Spirit
Like class rings, college challenge coins are perfect for symbolizing school spirit and personal accomplishment. Custom designs include class years, school colors and mascots, and degree program information. Faculty and student bodies are awarded college challenge coins during graduation ceremonies and throughout a schooling career. Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, and Senior coins are each popular and awarded with dignity.
Students collect Iowa challenge coins through clubs and school-sponsored events, and for reaching degree path milestones. Colleges use challenge coins to promote social awareness and school programs, to reward scholarly merit, and to build school spirit. Iowa challenge coins achieve all of this in school like:
- University of Iowa
- Drake University
- Iowa State University
- University of Northern Iowa
- Buena Vista University
- Grinnell College
- St. Ambrose University
- Cornell University
Fraternities and Sororities use custom Iowa challenge coins to build team unity and school spirit. Athletic programs award players who perform under pressure and uplift the team custom coins as well. Coaches who use Iowa challenge coins to recognize the best team players, foster a culture of teamwork. Building a championship team takes careful training and dedication to excellence. Custom Iowa challenge coins are perfect for motivation and inspiring teams to work hard and achieve goals.
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Signature Coins
The Premier Source For Iowa Challenge Coins
Signature Coins is committed to customer service and satisfaction. Our goal is to be the foremost provider of high-quality custom coins in the country. Our team of designers works closely with colleges, military installations, state agencies, and businesses all across the Nation, providing a source for team unity and spirit. We have a simple 3 step ordering system that takes our clients from requesting artwork to holding custom coins in hand in as little time as possible.
First, fill out an order form. Our team will have a free proof of artwork ready within 24 to 48 hours.
Second, let us know if there are any changes you believe will benefit design. Take advantage of our free unlimited revisions and try our multiple coin construction options.
Third, finalize your order!
Iowa challenge coins honor the service of teams and groups, celebrate beautiful vistas and destinations, and capture the quiet peace and homegrown feel of the state. Get started today and receive:
- Free artwork
- Free quotes
- Free unlimited revisions
- Free UPS Air shipping
- 100% satisfaction guarantee
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