RARE Blackwater USA Challenge Coin Falcon Base Vipers Barikowt OGA Afghanistan For Sale

RARE Blackwater USA Challenge Coin Falcon Base Vipers Barikowt OGA Afghanistan

⭐ KEY FEATURES

• Blackwater USA Falcon Base Vipers challenge coin associated with Barikowt, Afghanistan

• Distinctive bear paw crosshair, skull, and viper artwork representing a recognizable GWOT contractor identity

• Large 1.95-inch dual-sided presentation build with sculpted raised relief, antiqued finish, and deep enamel

📌 DESCRIPTION

Few names associated with the Global War on Terror are as instantly recognizable as Blackwater USA. This Falcon Base “Vipers” challenge coin represents a unique chapter in modern contractor history, combining identifiable operational references to Barikowt, Afghanistan, with distinctive artwork that continues to attract advanced collectors of Blackwater, OGA, contractor, and GWOT memorabilia. Examples carrying this specific combination of identifiers rarely become available on the secondary collector market.

The obverse showcases the iconic Blackwater bear paw centered within the company’s distinctive red crosshair emblem against a deep black enamel field. The clean, minimalist presentation creates an immediate visual connection to one of the most recognizable private security identities of the post-9/11 era while emphasizing the coin’s bold sculpted construction and unmistakable visual identity.

The reverse features an intricately sculpted skull entwined by a viper over a triangular framework, surrounded by Falcon Base, Vipers, Barikowt, and OGA. Together, these elements create a distinctive visual identity recognized among collectors for its association with contractor support elements operating alongside other organizations during operations in Afghanistan.

For advanced collectors of Blackwater, private military contractor history, Afghanistan operations, and Global War on Terror memorabilia, examples combining these specific identifiers represent one of the most desirable modern contractor challenge coin configurations encountered on today’s collector market. Its nearly two-inch presentation format, heavyweight construction, sculpted raised relief, and unmistakable iconography give it commanding display presence while setting it apart from more common military challenge coins.

Earlier production example.

Shows natural age, finish variation, and handling consistent with collector display and ownership over time.

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📏 COIN DETAILS & DISPLAY

• Obverse: Blackwater bear paw within signature red crosshair emblem

• Reverse: Skull with coiled viper, Falcon Base, Vipers, Barikowt, and OGA

• Finish: Antiqued silver-tone with black and red enamel

• Diameter: Approx. 1.95 inches (please see photos for verification)

• Popular with collectors of: Blackwater, GWOT contractor, Afghanistan, and OGA-related memorabilia

• Display Options: Shadow boxes, challenge coin racks, desks, offices, or military collections

🧭 CONDITION & PHOTO NOTES

This earlier-production Blackwater Vipers challenge coin retains outstanding overall display appeal with deep glossy black enamel, crisp raised skull and viper relief, sharp lettering, and attractive silver-toned surfaces throughout. The rim retains attractive original finish character with natural edge patina and light high-point friction from prior ownership, creating the type of honest surface appearance collectors often associate with well-preserved period examples.

The coin presents exceptionally well from every angle, with strong enamel contrast, bold sculpted details, and natural finish variation that enhances its overall appearance without distracting from the artwork. These honest signs of age and prior ownership enhance its original period character while preserving the outstanding presentation expected from a collectible of this caliber.

As with most pre-owned collectible challenge coins, light evidence of handling, display, storage, or age may be present. Please review all photos carefully, as they serve as the best representation of the coin’s actual condition and appearance.

📸 Photos are taken under high-intensity lighting to highlight fine details and design elements. This lighting may reveal minor surface characteristics that are often less noticeable during normal display.

🪙 This listing is for one (1) challenge coin only.

❗ Any coin stands, display bases, rulers, calipers, or other photo props shown are for presentation and measurement purposes only and are not included with the purchase.

💥 WHY THIS COIN STANDS OUT

• Identifies Blackwater USA Vipers operating from Falcon Base, Barikowt, Afghanistan

• Distinctive bear paw, skull, and viper iconography associated with a recognizable GWOT contractor identity

• Large 1.95-inch presentation format with sculpted raised relief and deep black enamel

• Premium large-format challenge coin uniting Blackwater, Falcon Base, Barikowt, and OGA into one highly recognizable collector configuration

• Examples with this combination of Falcon Base, Barikowt, and Vipers identifiers rarely become available on the secondary collector market

A standout display piece for serious GWOT, contractor, and modern military challenge coin collectors.

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