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This is a United States Defense and Air Attache challenge coin, commemorating the diplomatic and military relations with the Sultanate of Oman. The front of the coin features the text "UNITED STATES DEFENSE AND AIR ATTACHE SULTANATE OF OMAN" along with Arabic script. Central to the design is an Omani Khanjar (dagger) with crossed swords. Three distinct emblems are also present: the seal for the Department of Defense, the seal for the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA), and the seal for the Department of the Air Force, established in MCMXLVII (1947).The reverse side of the coin is inscribed with "PRESENTED BY COLONEL JOHN A. WAHLQUIST USAF," indicating its origin or presentation. It features a motivational quote: "PERSEVERANCE, above brilliance, begets EXCELLENCE," surrounded by the words "TEAMWORK TRUST INTEGRITY." A prominent US Air Force emblem, depicting an eagle, is centered on this side. The coin is crafted from a gold-tone metal alloy with dark blue enamel or epoxy accents and features detailed multi-color enamel work on the various seals.Verified Specifications:
Brand/Maker: Unbranded (US Military/Diplomatic Issue)
Item Type: Challenge Coin
Era/Style: Current Militaria (2001-Now)
Material: Metal Alloy, Enamel/Epoxy
Specifications: Approximately 1.75 inches (4.45 cm) in diameter
Theme: US Military, Diplomacy, Sultanate of Oman, Air Force, Defense Intelligence Agency
Features: Double-sided design, detailed emblems, personalized inscription
Included Components: 1 Challenge Coin as pictured
Country of Origin: United States
