"To me, a coin is like an Army Achievement Medal or award ... That is when I found out more about the coin challenge and the background behind military coins." Generally, those in command ...

Then the French recognized the medal and realized he was an American pilot. What is the purpose of the military (especially the army) challenge coins? The purpose of making army or navy challenge ...

The first 1-franc coin was minted in 1795. Explore More: 10 of the Most Valuable Pennies Today, many French coins prized by dealers and collectors date to 1800 or earlier, though a few were minted ...