Custom NFC Challenge Coins – Interactive Coins With Embedded Technology
A Challenge Coin That Does More
Traditional challenge coins are static.
An NFC-enabled challenge coin connects the physical world to the digital world.
By embedding secure NFC technology inside a solid brass custom coin, you can allow anyone to tap the coin with their smartphone and instantly launch a digital experience.
No app required.
No battery.
No charging.
Just tap and connect.
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An NFC challenge coin is a custom minted metal coin with an embedded NFC microchip sealed inside the coin.
When someone taps the coin with a compatible smartphone, it can:
Open a website
Launch a digital business card
Link to a donation page
Trigger event access
Display exclusive content
Connect to product information
Direct to a video or campaign
The coin remains a premium metal keepsake — now enhanced with digital capability.
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Our NFC coins are not plastic tags.
They are:
2" solid brass core
Custom 3D or 2D die struck metal
Embedded NFC chip
Printed insert sealed under epoxy
Waterproof and durable
The technology is permanently integrated into the coin.
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NFC-enabled coins are ideal for:
Corporate marketing campaigns
Executive digital business cards
Event access passes
Conference engagement
Fundraising initiatives
Brand activations
Product authentication
Limited edition releases
If you want your coin to trigger action, NFC makes it possible.
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Your NFC coin still includes:
Raised 2D or 3D metal detail
Multiple finish options (15 available)
Custom shapes
Laser engraved edges
High relief sculpted surfaces
It looks and feels like a premium challenge coin — because it is.
The technology enhances it. It doesn’t replace it.
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We discourage cluttered artwork.
The best challenge coins focus on:
Strong central imagery
Bold raised metal
Clean enamel sections
Depth that creates shadow and contrast
We optimize every design for metal, not just digital art.
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Minimum order: 100 coins
Customization options include:
Full color inserts over chip
Branded artwork
Custom finishes
Sequential numbering
Presentation packaging
We help you design both the physical coin and the digital experience it connects to.
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We have 15 different finishes based on your design needs.
Shiny silver, gold, brass, copper, nickel, chrome
Matte silver, gold, copper
Antique nickel, silver, gold, copper, brass
Black nickel
Dyed black
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Premium high relief coins are often:
Thicker than standard coins
Heavier in hand
More visually commanding
If your goal is impact, thickness matters.
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Step 1 – We will Design Your Coin
We create a detailed camera ready art to show you what your coin will look like.
Step 2 – Program The NFC Chip
You choose the digital destination we program on the coins or you can program them yourself if you like..
Step 3 – Mint & Embed
The coins are minted then the chip is embedded and sealed inside the coin.
Step 4 – Activate
Tap with a smartphone and launch your experience
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100 coins is always the minimum for any design.
Standard 2" custom challenge coin:
One-time die fee
Per-coin pricing based on quantity
Discounts at higher volume levels
Do you want our Smart Coin(R) Tech enabled coins or regular business coins?
For an exact quote, tell us:
Coin size
Estimated quantity
Any special edge or finish options
Numbering or laser edge engraving
Request a custom quote below.
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Step 1 – Share Your Brand Assets
Logo files, brand guidelines, and objectives.
Step 2 – Approve Your Digital Proof
We create a production-ready metal rendering.
Step 3 – Minting & Delivery
Precision manufacturing and secure shipping.
From concept to coin, we manage the process professionally.
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Gray Water Ops® has produced custom coins for:
Corporate leadership teams
National brands
Veteran-owned companies
Nonprofit organizations
Federal agencies
We understand the importance of brand representation.
The Future Of Challenge Coins
For decades, challenge coins have represented achievement, membership, and identity.
Now they can represent connection.
If you’re ready to merge precision metal craftsmanship with interactive technology, request a custom NFC challenge coin quote below.
Why Choose Gray Water Ops® Smart Coin®?
When it comes to custom challenge coins, Gray Water Ops® stands out from the competition. Our Smart Coin® are not just any challenge coins; they're meticulously crafted pieces of art that offer a tactile experience unlike any other. Holding a Smart Coin® in your hand, you can feel the 3D detail, the weight, and the texture. It's a tactile, sensory experience that is as rewarding as the recognition the coin represents.
Meet Artist Keith Hanshaw
We owe much of our success to the unparalleled talent of our resident artist, Keith Hanshaw. Since 1995, Keith has been designing custom challenge coins, bringing a unique blend of creativity and craftsmanship to every piece. His designs are renowned worldwide for their distinctiveness and quality. Each Smart Coin® he creates is a solid, heavy, thick challenge coin that truly stands out, reflecting the pride of the person giving it and inspiring appreciation from the person receiving it.
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