Origin of challenge coins
Challenge coins are a time-tested tradition with a rich history. The long-standing practice of giving a challenge coin has evolved into a powerful symbol of membership, recognition, honor, and camaraderie. A challenge coin is a small coin or medallion, bearing an organizations insignia or emblem and carried by the organization’s members.
There are several stories detailing the origins of the challenge coin. The Roman Empire rewarded soldiers by presenting them with coins to recognize their achievements. Challenge coins were also known as “Portrait Medals” during the Renaissance and were often used to commemorate specific events involving royalty, nobility, or other types of well-to-do individuals. The medals would be given as gifts or awards, and people also exchanged them with friends and associates.
Challenge coins are now an integral part of military culture and tradition. The tradition has spread and been adopted by other organizations such as police, fire departments, academic institutions, associations, and organizations.
The challenge coin at LRI Engineering
At LRI we continue the challenge coin tradition to recognize employee achievement, foster team spirit and to commemorate special events. The challenge coin represents LRI’s core values of Collaboration, Adaptability, Integrity, and Excellence. These values drive us to challenge both ourselves and the industry to continuously mitigate risk and advance life safety. As the leading fire protection engineering firm in Canada, we are committed to ensuring that buildings are safe, compliant, and resilient. At the heart of our work is an unwavering commitment to quality and safety. By equipping building occupants with the knowledge and tools to respond effectively to emergencies, we empower them to contribute to their own safety. At LRI we foster a culture of preparedness and responsibility.
