Description

Aviation Boatswain`s Mate Custom Coin

Aviation Boatswain`s Mate Custom Coin know as the Hanger Bay Rats is a 3D skull design in antique bronze and is 2.5 inches.

• Design & Symbolism: Features a detailed 3D sculpted design incorporating elements representative of the Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (AB) rating, often including imagery related to aircraft handling, hangar bay operations, and the “Hanger Bay Rats” nickname.
• Material: Crafted from a high-quality bronze alloy, providing durability and a classic, substantial feel. The antique bronze finish gives the coin a weathered, distinguished appearance.
• Dimensions: Measures approximately 2.5 inches in diameter, a standard size for challenge coins, making it easily collectible and displayable.
• Purpose & Significance: Aviation Boatswain’s Mates use this coin to signify their pride and belonging within the Navy’s aviation community, often exchanged as a symbol of camaraderie and shared experience.
• Thickness: Typically around 3mm thick, contributing to the coin’s overall weight and perceived quality.