RARE & hard-to-find, Naval Special Warfare, SOCS Thomas J. Valentine, Numbered #176, SEAL, Challenge Coin. Authentic Naval Special Warfare-affiliated challenge coin – not a reproduction or retail duplicate. Named and numbered presentation coin No. 176 honoring a Senior Chief Special Warfare Operator. Premium collector appeal within the NSW and senior enlisted community. This is an authentic, original Naval Special Warfare-affiliated challenge coin honoring SOCS Thomas J. Valentine, created as a presentation-style recognition piece rather than a mass-produced souvenir. The obverse features the “TOMMY Challenge” design with Naval Special Warfare iconography and the challenge phrase At what level are you willing to participate? Construction, design elements, and finish are consistent with legitimate, unit-affiliated challenge coins produced for senior enlisted recognition within the Naval Special Warfare community. This is not a reproduction, not a modern novelty item, and not a mass-market retail duplicate. Examples of this exact named and numbered coin are seldom encountered on the secondary market, making it a standout acquisition for serious collectors. ? Visit My Store – Tier One Coins & Collectibles. Don’t forget to check out the rest of the inventory for additional coins, patches, and collectibles – new items added daily. ? COIN DETAILS & DISPLAY. Unit: Naval Special Warfare. Location / Date: Not marked on item. Obverse: “TOMMY Challenge” with NSW trident motif and challenge phrase. Finish: Antiqued metal with enamel. Diameter: 1.49 inches (please see photos for verification). Edge: Standard smooth edge. Perfect for: NSW collectors, senior enlisted recognition displays, premium military coin collections. ? CONDITION & PHOTO NOTES. ? Photos are taken under high-intensity lighting to reveal fine details not seen in normal room lighting. This may make minor marks appear more pronounced than they actually are. ? Review all photos carefully – they provide the best representation of the coin’s actual condition. ? This listing is for one (1) challenge coin only. Any stands, display bases, calipers, rulers, or measuring tools shown are not included and are for presentation only. ??? Visit My Store – Tier One Coins & Collectibles????? WHY THIS COIN STANDS OUT. Named and numbered senior enlisted Naval Special Warfare recognition coin. Authentic unit-affiliated piece – not a copy or duplicated retail design. Rarely encountered on the secondary market. Once it’s gone – it’s gone! States and PO Boxes. International orders outside the U. ? LOOKING FOR MORE AWESOME ITEMS? Visit My Store – Tier One Coins & Collectibles. ? Explore challenge coins, patches, pins, medals, and more rare military collectibles. ? New items added constantly – grab them before they’re gone! Thank you for choosing to shop with a disabled veteran-owned and operated business. We truly appreciate the opportunity to serve collectors like you. Your trust means everything, and we’re committed to providing exceptional items, accurate listings, and top-tier customer service every time. Thank you – and happy collecting!
