Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island Challenge Coin
Though United States Marines have been stationed at Parris Island since 1891, the historic site officially became a Marine Corps Recruit Depot in 1915. Today, nearly 21,000 young men and women are trained at Parris Island every year. And those who survive earn the coveted distinction of calling themselves Marines.
To celebrate those who graduate, our unique Parris Island Challenge Coin is designed by Marine veterans and built by expert craftsmen. And this officially licensed USMC challenge coin is available only at Marine Corps Gift Shop.
Iconic Marine Corps imagery is rendered in stunning 3D detail. The face bears the Eagle, Globe, and Anchor emblem of the United States Marine Corps, as well as the infamous "Yellow Footprints" known to every graduate of Parris Island. The reverse captures the legendary Raising of the Flag on Iwo Jima as depicted in the statue on Parris Island.
Show your Marine unwavering support by presenting the MCRD Parris Island Challenge Coin at graduation.
Features include the yellow footprints on the front with the We Make Marines sign
The reverse features the Iwo Jima monument on Parris Island.
Both sides of this coin design are exemplary.
Present the coin to your Marine as a gift upon graduation as an ongoing reminder that your support is forever.
