The Operation Sindoor coin for HQ 15 Corps (Chinar Corps)
HQ 15 Corps, the Indian Army's Chinar Corps, wanted a coin to mark Operation Sindoor. We made it in antique brass, deep-etched on both sides, with the red of the sindoor filled in by hand on every coin. This is how it was made.
The project at a glance
- Client: HQ 15 Corps (Chinar Corps), Indian Army
- Purpose: a commemorative coin for Operation Sindoor
- Metal: brass, antique finish
- Method: chemically deep-etched on both sides, so no die was needed
- Colour: red sindoor accent filled by hand on every coin
- Made: in batches in our Mumbai workshop, each coin checked before packing
Two sides, two messages
The front carries the words "Operation Sindoor" with a red sindoor dot and splash, and the line "Precision · Purpose · Peace".
The reverse carries the Chinar leaf, the emblem of the Corps, with crossed weapons and the words "Operation Sindoor · Justice Served".
A coin like this is handed over and kept for years, so every line of the crest has to stay crisp at palm size. We redrew the artwork for etching and sent a proof of both sides for approval before any metal was etched.
From crest to coin, without a die
Artwork & proof
The crest and text were redrawn for etching, and a proof of both sides was approved first.
Deep etching
The design was chemically etched deep into both faces of the brass, so the crest stands out in relief.
Hand-filled red
The sindoor dot and splash were filled with red by hand, sitting inside the etched recess.
Finish & check
An antique finish brings out the relief. Every coin was checked before packing.
Up close
Palm-sized and heavy, with the relief and the red accent clear from arm's length.
Why we etch coins instead of striking them
Struck coins need a steel die cut for every design before the first coin is made. That cost only makes sense for very large runs. Chemical etching skips the die: the design goes straight onto the brass and is etched in.
- No die charge, so a run for one unit or one event is worth making
- Fine detail such as crests, mottos and small text holds up well
- Changes are easy: a new year, course or batch name does not mean a new die
- Colour accents sit protected inside the etched recess
See the full range on our challenge & commemorative coins page, including brass coins for Indian Army units.
What to send for your coin
- Your crest, insignia or logo (a photo is fine)
- Text for each side and the rim
- Quantity and your ceremony date
- Packaging: capsule, pouch or box
We reply with a proof of both sides, the exact price and the number of days needed.
Start a coin orderQuestions about commemorative coins
Can you make a commemorative coin for our unit or operation?
Yes. Send your crest or insignia, the text for each side and the rim, the quantity and your ceremony date. We redraw the artwork and send a proof of both sides before production.
Why is there no die charge on your coins?
Our coins are chemically etched. The design is transferred onto the brass and etched into the metal, so no steel die has to be cut first. That keeps small and medium runs affordable, and the design can be changed between orders at no extra cost.
Can a colour accent like the red sindoor be added?
Yes. Colour accents are filled by hand into the etched recess on every coin, so they sit below the surface and are protected from wear.
How long does a coin order take?
It depends on the quantity, because etching, colour filling and finishing are done in batches. We confirm the number of days with your quote and plan around your ceremony or event date.
Do you work with unit procurement and give GST invoices?
Yes. We are GST-registered (GSTIN 27ADGPH4105G1ZY) and issue a GST invoice for every order.
Planning a coin for your unit?
Send your crest and quantity. We reply with a proof of both sides and a price.