MARINE CORPS QUALITY – Designed by a US Marine, our Marine Corps challenge coin represents one of the Corps’ most sacred images, the iconic Raising of the Flag on Iwo Jima. It is a stunning and unique tribute to the brave men and women who fought in one of the most iconic battles of World War II. AUTHENTIC SAND - What truly sets this coin apart is the actual sand from Iwo Jima that's encapsulated within the design. This sand was painstakingly collected from the beaches of Iwo Jima, providing a tangible connection to the battle and those who fought and died there. GREAT USMC GIFT – Marine Corps Iwo Jima USMC Challenge Coin is a perfect gift for any Marine, veteran, or history buff, and is sure to become a treasured keepsake for years to come. Ideal for special occasions such as birthdays, retirements, graduations, or as a way to say "thank you" to a Marine in your life for men or women. EXCLUSIVE ORIGINAL IWO COIN – Large, 2-inch diameter Marine coin that is completely unique and unavailable anywhere else. Crafted with the highest quality materials and attention to detail, this challenge coin features a beautiful design that pays homage to the Marine Corps and their heroic efforts during the Battle of Iwo Jima. The front of the coin displays the iconic image of the flag-raising on Mount Suribachi, while the back features the Marine Corps emblem and the words "Semper Fidelis". 🎖️ SERVICE DISABLED MARINE VET OWNED: With a team of armed service veterans and military spouses so you know you will get top quality and 100% customer satisfaction. Support other military families with your purchase! Semper Fi!

Iwo Jima holds a special place in Marine Corps history and it was one of the fiercest battles of World War II. Raising the Flag on Iwo Jima is an historic photograph taken on February 23, 1945, by Joe Rosenthal. It depicts five United States Marines and a U.S. Navy corpsman raising the American Flag atop Mount Suribachi only a few days into the Battle. Capturing the island and its 3 airfields was vital to providing the staging area for attacks on the Japanese main islands.

Iwo Jima was also the only battle by the U.S. Marine Corps in which the overall American casualties (killed and wounded) exceeded those of the Japanese, although Japanese combat deaths were three times those of the Americans throughout the battle. The 26,000 American casualties were one third of all Marine Corps casualties in the entire war. Of the 22,000 Japanese soldiers on Iwo Jima at the beginning of the battle, only 216 were taken alive. Over 6,800 Americans gave their lives in the Battle of Iwo Jima.