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738th AEAG TAAC-Air Challenge Coin #008 Afghanistan Air Advisor Rare. 738th Air Expeditionary Advisory Group presentation challenge coin. TAAC-Air “Air Advisor / Guardian Angel” Afghanistan mission design. Large premium coin with low serial number #008. This challenge coin represents the 738th Air Expeditionary Advisory Group (AEAG), part of the TAAC-Air mission in Afghanistan. The obverse features “Presented For Excellence” along with Air Advisor, Guardian Angel, and TAAC-Air identifiers, flanked by the U. And Afghan flags and centered on the 738th AEAG crest with serialized number 008. The reverse highlights the “Shoulder to Shoulder – Shona Ba Shona” mission philosophy, with Afghan Air Force insignia, the 438th AEAG crest, and U. Coins of this type were typically presented within advisory units to recognize performance and contribution to the mission, making them far more desirable than standard unit coins. This is a low-numbered presentation example (#008), a strong indicator of limited production and early issue within the run – significantly increasing collector appeal and long-term desirability. ? Visit My Store – Tier One Coins & Collectibles. Don’t forget to check out the rest of the inventory for additional coins, patches, and collectibles – new items added daily. ? COIN DETAILS & DISPLAY. Obverse: 738th AEAG, Air Advisor, US and Afghan flags. Reverse: Afghan Air Force emblem, 438th AEAG crest, eagle. Finish: Antiqued metal with multi-color enamel. 2.24 inches (please see photos for verification). Ideal for: Air Force, Afghanistan deployment, and advisor mission collectors, displays, shadow boxes, or desk presentation. ? CONDITION & PHOTO NOTES. Please review all photos carefully – they provide the best representation of the coin’s actual condition. ? Photos are taken under high-intensity lighting to reveal fine details not seen in normal room lighting. This may make minor marks appear more pronounced than they appear in everyday viewing. ? This listing is for one (1) challenge coin only. Any stands, display bases, calipers, rulers, or measuring tools shown are not included and are for presentation only. ? WHY THIS COIN STANDS OUT. Low serial number “008” presentation coin from 738th AEAG TAAC-Air mission. Large-format premium build tied to Afghanistan Air Advisor operations. Once it’s gone – it’s gone! States and PO Boxes. International orders outside the U. ? LOOKING FOR MORE AWESOME ITEMS? Visit My Store – Tier One Coins & Collectibles. ? Explore challenge coins, patches, pins, medals, and more rare military collectibles. ? New items added constantly – grab them before they’re gone! Thank you for supporting a disabled veteran-owned and operated business. Your support helps keep military history and collectibles circulating among collectors.