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USS Pearl Harbor LSD-52 Challenge Coin

USS Pearl Harbor LSD-52 Challenge Coin features antique bronze, perfect for government procurement, honoring “Freedom is Not Free.”

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USS Pearl Harbor LSD-52 Challenge Coin Description

USS Pearl Harbor LSD-52 Challenge Coin – Product Details

About This Coin

Named after the naval base on Oahu, Hawaii — where the surprise attack on December 7, 1941, launched the United States into World War II — this coin honors the sailors and Marines who have served aboard the final ship of the Harper’s Ferry class of dock landing ships . Commissioned on May 30, 1998, at Naval Air Station North Island in San Diego, the USS Pearl Harbor (LSD-52) is a vital component of the Navy’s amphibious fleet, enhancing America’s ability to respond quickly and decisively to emerging threats anywhere in the world .

Core Features

1. Detailed Ship’s Profile & Harper’s Ferry Class Heritage

The obverse of the coin features a stunning, detailed rendering of the USS Pearl Harbor in three-quarter profile, cutting through the ocean on its mission . A CH-53E helicopter hovers above its flight deck, symbolizing the ship’s critical role in launching and recovering aircraft during amphibious operations.

2. “Freedom is Not Free” Motto & Official Ship’s Crest

The reverse of the coin bears the ship’s official crest and shield above the powerful motto “Freedom is Not Free” . This phrase, chosen to honor the memory of those who fell at Pearl Harbor and all who have sacrificed for American freedom, gives the coin profound emotional weight.

3. Premium Brass Antique Bronze & Deep Relief Striking

Minted from high-quality brass, the coin is finished in antique bronze, giving it a distinguished, heirloom-quality appearance . The antique patina evokes the weathered, time-honored look of naval heritage pieces.

Core Value for Customers

1. For USS Pearl Harbor Crew Members, Plankowners & Marine Detachments

A cherished symbol of shipboard pride and service aboard one of the Navy’s most historic-named amphibious warships. Commissioned in 1998, USS Pearl Harbor has served for over 25 years, participating in humanitarian relief efforts (Pakistan earthquake, 2005; Pakistan floods, 2010), counter-piracy operations, and major amphibious exercises across the Pacific .

2. For Pearl Harbor Veterans, Survivors & Families

The coin carries profound historical weight for Pearl Harbor survivors and their families. The ship’s name honors the more than 2,400 Americans who lost their lives on December 7, 1941 . The coin’s motto, “Freedom is Not Free,” was chosen specifically to ensure that those who sacrificed are never forgotten .

3. For Navy Commands, Procurement Officers & Amphibious Squadron Leadership

A meaningful, cost-effective recognition tool for government procurement by Navy commands, amphibious squadron leadership, expeditionary strike groups, and ship’s supply centers. The official Navy supply chain supports the procurement of these officially licensed coins for command distribution.

USS Pearl Harbor LSD-52 Challenge Coin Technical

Parameter	Specification
Material	Zinc Alloy (AZ91D)
Diameter	1.5″-3″ (Standard)
Thickness	5mm ±0.2mm
Plating	24K Gold Electroplating
MOQ	50 pcs
Packaging	Polybags + Velvet Cases
Production Time	10-15 Days
Custom Options	Epoxy Domes, Edge Numbering

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USS Pearl Harbor LSD-52 Challenge Coin – Application Fields

1. Shipboard Crew Recognition & Command Awards

The coin is distributed by the ship’s command leadership to recognize outstanding performance, dedication to duty, and operational excellence among the crew, embarked Marines, and support personnel serving aboard USS Pearl Harbor (LSD-52).

It is presented during Sailor of the Quarter/Year awards, reenlistment ceremonies, command recognition events, and change of command ceremonies as official tokens of leadership transition. Commissioned on May 30, 1998, at Naval Air Station North Island in San Diego, USS Pearl Harbor has served for over 25 years as a vital component of the Navy’s amphibious fleet.

2. Plankowner & Commissioning Crew Commemoration

The coin is presented to original plankowner crew members who served as part of the commissioning crew that brought USS Pearl Harbor into service. Plankowner coins are specifically issued to crew members assigned to the ship at the time of commissioning and represent their foundational role in establishing the ship’s traditions.

For those who were present at the ship’s May 30, 1998 commissioning, this coin holds deep sentimental value as a marker of their contribution to the ship’s history from day one.

3. Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) & Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Deployments

The coin commemorates service as part of an Amphibious Ready Group and Marine Expeditionary Unit deployment. USS Pearl Harbor (LSD-52) is a Harper’s Ferry-class dock landing ship, a “cargo variant” configuration of the Whidbey Island class, providing additional space for Marine Corps equipment.

The primary mission of the USS Pearl Harbor is to dock, transport, and launch embarked Marines and their associated combat equipment, including amphibious assault landing craft. Stretching 600 feet in length and displacing 17,000 tons, the ship is capable of carrying 400 Marines and can travel at a top speed of 20 knots. The coin honors the ship’s operations with Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) vessels and aviation support including CH-53E helicopters.

4. Humanitarian Mission & Disaster Relief Commemorations

The coin serves as a lasting memento for sailors and Marines who participated in humanitarian missions aboard USS Pearl Harbor. Following the 2005 Pakistan earthquake, the ship delivered heavy machinery, food, water, and blankets to survivors. In 2010, the ship participated in flood relief efforts in Pakistan before conducting counter-piracy operations off Somalia.

For veterans who served during these missions, this coin serves as a tangible connection to their service and the lives they helped save.

5. Collecting & Naval Memorabilia Markets

The coin is a prized addition for collectors focused on Harper’s Ferry-class dock landing ships, Pearl Harbor-commemorative items, or officially licensed U.S. Navy numismatics. Minted in brass and finished in antique bronze, the coin was struck using special “splash” dies for a deep relief design of exceptional texture and quality.

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USS Pearl Harbor LSD-52 Challenge Coin – FAQs

Q: What does the USS Pearl Harbor LSD-52 Challenge Coin commemorate?
A: This challenge coin honors the USS Pearl Harbor (LSD-52), recognizing its service history, amphibious operations, and contribution to the U.S. Navy.

Q: What design elements are featured on the coin?
A: Designs often include the USS Pearl Harbor ship image, hull number “LSD-52,” naval insignia, anchors, and ocean-themed graphics.

Q: Can the coin be customized with deployment or crew information?
A: Yes, customization options include deployment dates, command insignia, crew names, slogans, or commemorative text.

Q: Is this coin suitable for military ceremonies or reunions?
A: Absolutely. It is ideal for deployments, retirements, reunions, recognition ceremonies, and naval commemorative events.

Q: Are special design effects available for this coin?
A: Yes, options such as 3D relief, cut-out designs, translucent enamel, and custom edge engraving can be added.

Q: How should the coin be stored or displayed?
A: The coin can be displayed in presentation boxes, acrylic stands, display frames, or protective capsules to preserve its quality.

FAQS

Where can I get a challenge coin made?

At GT Gifts a qualified custom challenge coin manufacturer, the ordering process is very easy for you to operate.
Sending us your challenge coin request, you only need to follow each step and select your favorite choice. Artwork Design-Mold Making—Die Casting—Stamping—Die Struck—Split from Outlet—Polishing—Painting —Baking—Packing—Delivering.

How many colors can I use in custom coins?

At GT Gifts, all the challenge coins and lapel pins use international pantone colors. If you add one color, the price is $0.1 per color. The screen printing is not limited. But the more color it is, the more expensive the price is.

How to create custom challenge coins?

How do you make custom made challenge coins? Our all custom coins are made of metal like iron, brass, and zinc alloy. Different crafts use different metals to get a perfect effect. Our custom challenge coins use different plating to get fantastic effects.
Especially, custom double plating coins are very popular among customers. Our coins include die-struck challenge coins and die-cast challenge coins. Make your own coins with GT Gifts.

Do challenge coins have regular shapes, thickness, and size?

Not always. It depends on your needs. We can create custom-shaped challenge coins for you with the best quality. Welcome to design specially shaped coins like cut-out shapes!
Most of them require 2″ in size. The standard thickness of our custom coins is 3.0mm, if you need 3D more high, it can be realized, usually our 3D highest 9.5mm edges 3.5mm. Meanwhile, different coin sizes can be welcomed.

Can you create different edges for custom challenge coins?

Of course. As we know, different edges can create perfect effects. Therefore, we provide you like Standard edge, Rope edge, Leaft edge, Cross cut edge, Spur edge, Oblique line edge, Bezel edge, and so on. You can know more information on our web www.gt-gifts.com

What type of artwork do you accept?

JPG, PDF, PNG, EPS, AI, etc. If you want to send your picture in other forms, you have other forms, also send us freely. We have own designer to help you exchange it.

How much do custom coins cost?

The challenge coin prices depend on the size of the required currency and the options. Please refer to the challenge coin pricing from our online quotation system cheap challenge coins. We’re sure that you won’t find any other best challenge coins than ours.
GT Gifts doesn’t have any requirements for your order quantities. Custom challenge coins no minimum! But there is a below-minimum fee.

Must I pay a mold fee when customizing coins?

When you customize your coins the first time, a mold fee needs to pay. But our mold fee is free in the next two years and we will keep it in our mold room.

If I have a favorite picture. Can you use it in my coin design?

Before the production of your order, you can cancel it at any time and are entitled to our money back. However, once your product has molding or been finished, we won’t cancel it. If you get a defective product, we will either re-make your order free of charge or give a discount. But this is rare!

How to pay for your order of coins?

You can pay for your order online Paypal or t/. Production will begin as soon as your payment is received.

What are UV printed coins?

The UV printed coins are made with printing crafts. They can 100% show your design with vivid colors and patterns. If too many colors can not realize on enamel colors filling,usually we suggest UV printing.

What is the turnaround time for challenge coins?

Our shortest turnaround time is typically 7-15 days for production, with 3-5 days for shipping. If you are not in a hurry to receive the items, longer turnaround times will offer a shipping discount. It ranges from 15, 20, and 30 working days, with a 10, 20, and 30 percent discount accordingly.

Can I order this design from your website?

All images in the gallery and exhibition and their designs are the copyrighted designs of our customers. You cannot order someone else’s design without their explicit permission.

What are the challenge coins made out of?

Typically, our challenge coins are either made of Brass or zinc.

What metal finish options are available?

There is shiny gold, shiny silver, shiny copper, shiny black nickel, two tone, antique gold, antique brass, antique silver, antique copper, two tone, and rainbow finish.

What is the difference between 2D and 3D?

With a 2D coin, the surface will be flat, and the metal line work that makes up the design will be raised, with the top of the line flat. With a 3D coin, the surface will be raised, and the design will be detailed and rounded off to give it a 3D effect. 3D will be more expensive.
A 2D coin only has two levels, one raised level over a lower recessed level, 3D coins have infinite levels of raised and recessed detail, allowing for sculpted images and rounded edges with more realistic depth on a coin’s metallic surface.