Custom U.S. Forest Service Law Enforcement Challenge Coin

The Project

This custom 2-inch, double-sided challenge coin was created for U.S. Forest Service Law Enforcement, recognizing the George Washington and Jefferson National Forests.

Finished in antique gold, the coin features intricate 3D metal sculpting on both sides, combining traditional metal craftsmanship with soft enamel and high-definition UV printing.

The Design Challenge

The challenge was to reproduce a highly detailed law enforcement badge against a colorful forest landscape while retaining the depth and texture of a fully sculpted 3D coin.

The design required smooth color gradients in the sky and forest scenery without losing the raised metal contours beneath. The reverse needed an equally detailed, all-metal sculpted scene, with no printed color.

Our Solution

The front combines an intricately sculpted 3D Forest Service Law Enforcement badge with soft enamel detailing. The surrounding forest and sky were created using HDUV printing directly over the 3D metal surface, allowing rich color gradients while preserving the underlying sculpted texture.

The reverse features an entirely metal, 3D sculpted scene depicting Smokey Bear, a helicopter, trees, mountains, and a flowing stream. The antique gold finish highlights the raised details and creates depth through the contrasting recessed areas.

Both sides feature a matte black enamel outer perimeter with raised antique gold lettering, providing a consistent finish and making the inscriptions stand out.

The Finished Coin

The completed coin combines detailed 3D sculpting, traditional soft enamel, and HDUV printing to achieve a level of depth and color that would be difficult to reproduce using conventional enamel alone.

The result is a distinctive, double-sided law enforcement challenge coin that showcases both the natural landscape and the organization's identity.

Create Your Own Custom Challenge Coin

Looking to create a custom challenge coin for your law enforcement agency, department, or organization?

At Pins By Design, we specialize in bringing intricate designs to life using 3D sculpting, custom metal finishes, soft enamel, and high-definition printing. Whether you have completed artwork or just an initial idea, our team can help you develop a coin that reflects your organization's identity.

Request a Free Quote and let us help bring your custom challenge coin design to life.