{"product_id":"cfb-borden-waterloo-officers-mess-challenge-coin-1-75-inch-pre-owned-copper","title":"CFB Borden Waterloo Officers Mess Challenge Coin 1.75 Inch Pre-Owned Copper","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:1000px;margin:0 auto;font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;color:#222;line-height:1.7;background:#ffffff;border:1px solid #dcdcdc;box-shadow:0 0 12px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Header --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background:linear-gradient(135deg,#111111,#3a2a1d);color:#fff;padding:30px;border-bottom:4px solid #c9a646;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch1 style=\"margin:0;font-size:30px;line-height:1.25;\"\u003eCFB Borden Waterloo Officers Mess Challenge Coin\u003c\/h1\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:10px 0 0 0;font-size:15px;color:#e7d9b5;\"\u003e\n      Canadian Forces Heritage · 1.75 Inch · Copper · Pre-Owned\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Intro --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:28px 30px 10px 30px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 18px 0;font-size:15px;\"\u003e\n      This \u003cstrong\u003eCFB Borden Waterloo Officers Mess Challenge Coin\u003c\/strong\u003e is a distinctive Canadian military collectible\n      connected to the traditions and heritage of the officers’ mess environment at \u003cstrong\u003eCFB Borden\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n      With its classic black-and-gold presentation and strong insignia-based design, this piece reflects both unit identity\n      and military culture.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 18px 0;font-size:15px;\"\u003e\n      The obverse features the \u003cstrong\u003eBFC Borden\u003c\/strong\u003e crest, while the reverse highlights the\n      \u003cstrong\u003eWaterloo Officers Mess \/ Mess des Officiers Waterloo\u003c\/strong\u003e emblem, making this a strong collectible for\n      those interested in Canadian Forces memorabilia, officer traditions, and Commonwealth military history.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Highlights --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 30px 10px 30px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background:#faf7ef;border:1px solid #ead9b8;padding:20px 22px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 14px 0;font-size:22px;color:#2d2a24;border-left:4px solid #c9a646;padding-left:10px;\"\u003e\n        Highlights\n      \u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cul style=\"margin:0;padding-left:22px;font-size:15px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eCFB Borden themed challenge coin with Waterloo Officers Mess design\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eStrong black, gold, and insignia-style military presentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eRepresents officer mess culture and Canadian military tradition\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eDual-sided collectible with detailed crest and emblem artwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eIdeal for collectors of Canadian Forces and Commonwealth military memorabilia\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Design Details --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:20px 30px 10px 30px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 14px 0;font-size:22px;color:#2d2a24;border-left:4px solid #c9a646;padding-left:10px;\"\u003e\n      Design Details\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px 0;font-size:15px;\"\u003e\n      The front displays the \u003cstrong\u003eCFB Borden\u003c\/strong\u003e insignia with crown and wreath elements surrounding the central\n      tree emblem, giving the coin a formal and classic military appearance.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:15px;\"\u003e\n      The reverse features the bold \u003cstrong\u003eWaterloo Officers Mess\u003c\/strong\u003e emblem with bilingual text,\n      \u003cstrong\u003e“Waterloo Officers Mess \/ Mess des Officiers Waterloo”\u003c\/strong\u003e, highlighting the ceremonial and heritage\n      aspects of officer life within the Canadian Forces community.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Specifications --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:20px 30px 10px 30px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 14px 0;font-size:22px;color:#2d2a24;border-left:4px solid #c9a646;padding-left:10px;\"\u003e\n      Specifications\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:15px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"width:220px;padding:12px;border:1px solid #dcdcdc;background:#f7f7f7;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;border:1px solid #dcdcdc;\"\u003eChallenge Coin\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;border:1px solid #dcdcdc;background:#f7f7f7;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheme\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;border:1px solid #dcdcdc;\"\u003eCFB Borden \/ Waterloo Officers Mess \/ Canadian Military\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;border:1px solid #dcdcdc;background:#f7f7f7;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;border:1px solid #dcdcdc;\"\u003eApprox. 1.75 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;border:1px solid #dcdcdc;background:#f7f7f7;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;border:1px solid #dcdcdc;\"\u003eCopper\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;border:1px solid #dcdcdc;background:#f7f7f7;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;border:1px solid #dcdcdc;\"\u003ePre-Owned\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;border:1px solid #dcdcdc;background:#f7f7f7;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollecting Focus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;border:1px solid #dcdcdc;\"\u003eCanadian Forces, Officers Mess, Commonwealth Military\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Collector Appeal --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:20px 30px 10px 30px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background:#f8f8f8;border:1px solid #dcdcdc;padding:20px 22px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 14px 0;font-size:22px;color:#2d2a24;border-left:4px solid #c9a646;padding-left:10px;\"\u003e\n        Collector Appeal\n      \u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0;font-size:15px;\"\u003e\n        Officer mess related coins are often more specialized than standard military unit issues, giving them added appeal\n        among collectors who value military traditions, institutional culture, and insider community memorabilia.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:15px;\"\u003e\n        This piece stands out as a refined collectible with strong Commonwealth military character and a more exclusive,\n        heritage-driven identity than ordinary unit coins.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Shipping --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:20px 30px 10px 30px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background:#fbfbfb;border:1px solid #e3e3e3;padding:20px 22px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 14px 0;font-size:22px;color:#2d2a24;border-left:4px solid #c9a646;padding-left:10px;\"\u003e\n        Shipping\n      \u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0;font-size:15px;\"\u003e\n        Orders are typically processed within \u003cstrong\u003e3–5 business days\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:15px;\"\u003e\n        Each collectible is packed carefully to help ensure safe delivery during transit.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Condition Notice --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:20px 30px 10px 30px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background:#fdf8f1;border:1px solid #ead9b8;padding:20px 22px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 14px 0;font-size:22px;color:#2d2a24;border-left:4px solid #c9a646;padding-left:10px;\"\u003e\n        Condition Notice\n      \u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0;font-size:15px;\"\u003e\n        This item is \u003cstrong\u003epre-owned\u003c\/strong\u003e and may show light edge wear, surface marks, small scratches,\n        or minor signs of age and handling consistent with collectible use.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:15px;\"\u003e\n        Please review the photos carefully for the actual condition of the item.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Disclaimer --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding:20px 30px 30px 30px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background:#111111;border:1px solid #2c2c2c;padding:18px 20px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 12px 0;font-size:20px;color:#d4af37;\"\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:14px;color:#d6d6d6;\"\u003e\n        This product is a commemorative collectible item. It is not legal tender, not a security, and not official currency.\n        Unless explicitly stated, it is not claimed to be officially endorsed by or affiliated with any government or military organization.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"QILAICOINS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47696164192430,"sku":"4683","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1895\/7230\/files\/IMG_5273.jpg?v=1775113121","url":"https:\/\/qilaicoins.com\/products\/cfb-borden-waterloo-officers-mess-challenge-coin-1-75-inch-pre-owned-copper","provider":"QILAICOINS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}