When America needed them most, brave men and women stepped forward to defend our nation. They chose to serve, to deploy and to carry the fight to those who threatened our freedom. From the opening days of the Iraq War, U.S. forces moved with speed, strength, and precision - bringing the full force of American military power into the fight. Now, with this collection of Operation Iraqi Freedom challenge coins, that legacy of courage, commitment and sacrifice is honored in a bold new way. Introducing the Served in Iraq Challenge Coin Collection, available exclusively from The Bradford Exchange. This limited-edition collection begins with Issue One, Operation Iraqi Freedom. Soon, your collection will continue with Issue Two, Thunder Run to Baghdad, followed by Issue Three, Operation Red Dawn, Issue Four, Display and additional collectible War in Iraq challenge coins, each a separate issue to follow.‡

Masterfully crafted of solid metal with an antiqued finish, each 2-inch challenge coin in this collection features powerful artwork on the front, commemorating a key mission or defining moment of the war, as well as the men and women who answered the call of duty. Intricate raised-relief details and vivid hand-applied enameling in colors inspired by the Iraq campaign bring each coin to life, capturing the intensity of modern warfare with striking authenticity The back of every coin showcases a bold symbol of American strength - a majestic eagle descending over a map of Iraq against a textured desert backdrop. Framed by the words "U.S. ARMED FORCES" and "COMMEMORATIVE CHALLENGE COIN", this design reflects the speed, strength and decisive force that defined the mission. The custom display, arriving as Issue Four, provides an ideal way to store and showcase your collection. A meaningful tribute for veterans, active-duty service members and their families, this collection serves as a lasting reminder of service and sacrifice while also making a distinguished military gift. Plus, We are a proud financial supporter of the families of wounded veterans, POWs, and service members reported missing in action thanks to customers who encourage us to do so. The edition is limited to just 5,000 complete collections and strong demand expected, so don't wait. Order now!