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Why Does the Camp David Agreement Challenge Coin have Two Versions?

Updated: Sep 23

The Camp David Trilateral Summit, also known as the Camp David Accords, was a historic meeting held at Camp David, the presidential retreat of the United States, in August 2023. The summit was facilitated by President Joseph Biden and brought together Japanese Prime Minister Kishida and Republic of Korea (ROK) President Yoon. It marked the first standalone summit of Leaders from the United States, Japan, and the ROK during the Biden-Harris Administration. The summit inaugurated a new era of trilateral partnership, affirming that cooperation between the three countries advances security, prosperity, and stability in the Indo-Pacific region and beyond.

Key outcomes of the Camp David summit included agreements to regular high-level consultations, annual meetings between Leaders and ministers, and enhanced security cooperation. Initiatives were launched to strengthen security, broaden cooperation in the Indo-Pacific, deepen economic and technology cooperation, and expand global health and people-to-people cooperation. The summit highlighted a comprehensive approach to addressing regional challenges and advancing shared interests, underscoring the importance of trilateral cooperation in addressing complex geopolitical issues. Learn more


Camp David Summit Challenge Coin for Japan and South Korea in August of 2023
Camp David Summit Challenge Coin

The coin is a shiny gold custom cutout circle featuring the Camp David sign over beautifully textured UV printed trees. The Matte Navy border contrasts the shiny gold perfectly and really makes the raised text stand out. One side of the coin reads Presidential Retreat | Thurmont, Maryland. The reverse has the three flags for the participating countries imposed onto the Camp David sign with the words Trilateral summit across the sign. The three countries (South Korea, United States, and Japan) appear on the outer edge of the circle along with the month and year of the summit.


Camp David Summit Challenge Coin for Joseph Biden  in August of 2023
Camp David Summit Challenge Coin

An additional version of the coin was created for president Joe Biden himself.

The Presidential Retreat | Thurmont, Maryland side remains the same. The reverse side reads ' Joseph R Biden, JR. 46th President of the United States. The Camp David sign only features the American Flag with the established date of 1942.


Our Camp David Challenge Coins hold a special place in our collection as some of our most cherished designs. They reflect the deeply rooted history in our work with the White House. Creating these coins is not just about commemorating a historic location; it's about capturing the iconic features and symbols of presidential leadership combined with nature and serenity.


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