The Operation Midnight Hammer MOP GBU-57 Challenge Coin is a unique and sought-after collectible item within the militaria community. This particular challenge coin seems to be related to the B-2 Iranian Nuclear Sites challenge, making it a rare and potentially valuable piece for collectors interested in current militaria items. Its design and theme likely reflect the status and significance of the operation it is associated with, adding a deeper level of interest and intrigue for enthusiasts of military memorabilia.
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Operation Midnight Hammer involved seven B-2 bombers and the first known operational use of a 30,000-pound bunker buster bomb, the GBU-57 Massive Ordnance Penetrator, used against Iranian nuclear sites.Hours after the US conducted a surprise, significant military operation against three Iranian nuclear sites, top defense officials unveiled the details of what the Pentagon called Operation Midnight Hammer, which involved seven B-2 bombers and the first known operational use of a 30,000-pound bunker buster bomb, the GBU-57 Massive Ordnance Penetrator.
Minted in blackened metal with subdued black enamel highlights, this challenge coin captures the covert nature of the operation, showing darkened B-2 bombers flying across a darkened backdrop representing the night sky. The reverse depicts the GBU-57 in detailed 3D-UV print, with the targeted locations noted on the Iran map below. President Trump’s message, of “Our patience is wearing thin,” is punctuated by his now signature statement: “Thank you for your attention to this