{"product_id":"swedish-armed-forces-35th-swedish-contingent-in-afghanistan-challenge-coin-artillery-regiment-a9-pre-owned","title":"Swedish Armed Forces 35th Swedish Contingent in Afghanistan Challenge Coin Artillery Regiment A9 Pre-owned","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,#7a0f18,#c1272d);color:#fff;padding:30px;border-bottom:4px solid #d4af37;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch1 style=\"margin:0;font-size:30px;line-height:1.25;\"\u003eSwedish Armed Forces Afghanistan Challenge Coin\u003c\/h1\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:10px 0 0 0;font-size:15px;color:#f7e8e8;\"\u003e\n      Artillery Regiment A9 · Swedish Contingent in Afghanistan · 1.5 Inch · 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\u003eSwedish Armed Forces Afghanistan Challenge Coin\u003c\/strong\u003e is a distinctive military collectible tied to\n      Sweden’s contingent service in Afghanistan. With its strong heraldic styling, national colors, and artillery unit\n      identity, this piece reflects both European military tradition and modern international deployment history.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 18px 0;font-size:15px;\"\u003e\n      The reverse highlights the \u003cstrong\u003eArtillery Regiment A9\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the obverse references the\n      \u003cstrong\u003e35th Swedish Contingent in Afghanistan\u003c\/strong\u003e, making this a meaningful coin for collectors of NATO-related,\n      international mission, and European military memorabilia.\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:#fff7f2;border:1px solid #eed9c7;padding:20px 22px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 14px 0;font-size:22px;color:#7a0f18;border-left:4px solid #d4af37;padding-left:10px;\"\u003e\n        Highlights\n      \u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cul style=\"margin:0;padding-left:22px;font-size:15px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eSwedish Armed Forces Afghanistan themed challenge coin\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eFeatures 35th Swedish Contingent in Afghanistan wording\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eArtillery Regiment A9 unit-related collectible\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eBold heraldic design with Swedish military insignia\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eExcellent for collectors of international mission and European 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:#7a0f18;border-left:4px solid #d4af37;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 obverse features the Swedish national heraldic shield over a sword motif, surrounded by the inscription\n      \u003cstrong\u003e“Swedish Armed Forces”\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e“35th Swedish Contingent in Afghanistan”\u003c\/strong\u003e, emphasizing\n      deployment identity and national service.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:15px;\"\u003e\n      The reverse presents the \u003cstrong\u003eArtillery Regiment A9\u003c\/strong\u003e insignia with crossed cannons and the Swedish crown,\n      using a bold red and gold layout that gives the coin strong visual presence and classic military character.\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:#7a0f18;border-left:4px solid #d4af37;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 #ddd;background:#f7f7f7;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eChallenge Coin\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f7f7f7;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheme\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSwedish Armed Forces \/ Afghanistan Deployment\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f7f7f7;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eArtillery Regiment A9\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f7f7f7;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eApprox. 1.5 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f7f7f7;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCopper\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f7f7f7;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePre-Owned\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:#fff9e8;border:1px solid #ead8a6;padding:20px 22px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 14px 0;font-size:22px;color:#7a0f18;border-left:4px solid #d4af37;padding-left:10px;\"\u003e\n        Collector Appeal\n      \u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0;font-size:15px;\"\u003e\n        European military challenge coins tied to real overseas deployments are less commonly seen than standard U.S.\n        pieces, which gives them added appeal to collectors looking for international and mission-specific items.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:15px;\"\u003e\n        The combination of Swedish military heraldry, Afghanistan service reference, and artillery regiment identity\n        makes this coin a strong collectible for those interested in NATO-related and international operations themes.\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:#7a0f18;border-left:4px solid #d4af37;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 in 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:#f8f8f8;border:1px solid #dcdcdc;padding:20px 22px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 14px 0;font-size:22px;color:#7a0f18;border-left:4px solid #d4af37;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 minor edge wear, surface marks, light scratches, or other\n        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:#f6f6f6;border:1px solid #dcdcdc;padding:18px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 12px 0;font-size:20px;color:#7a0f18;\"\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp 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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":47696130474158,"sku":"4681","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1895\/7230\/files\/IMG_5278.jpg?v=1775112311","url":"https:\/\/qilaicoins.com\/products\/swedish-armed-forces-35th-swedish-contingent-in-afghanistan-challenge-coin-artillery-regiment-a9-pre-owned","provider":"QILAICOINS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}