Honig’s Football Referee Flipping Coin | Original Honig’s Coin
An iconic piece of officiating history, not simply a novelty coin. Its popularity comes from the combination of practical use, recognizable design, tradition, and Dick Honig’s influence on the officiating-supply industry.
Honig’s Original Football Referee Flipping Coin
A Classic Pregame Coin Designed by Dick Honig
The Honig’s Original Football Referee Flipping Coin is a distinctive officiating accessory developed by legendary football officiating supplier Dick Honig. Created specifically for the pregame coin toss, this referee coin has become a recognizable piece of football officiating equipment.
Unlike an ordinary pocket coin, the Honig’s flipping coin was designed with the football referee in mind. Its distinctive zebra-head design represents the officiating tradition associated with Honig’s, making it both a practical pregame tool and a memorable piece of referee equipment.
Whether you are a high school football official, college referee, veteran crew chief, or new official building your officiating gear, the Honig’s flipping coin is a simple accessory that belongs in your game-day bag.
Product Features
- Original Honig’s football referee flipping coin
- Developed by Dick Honig
- Designed specifically for the football pregame coin toss
- Distinctive zebra-head officiating design
- Easy to carry in a referee pocket, equipment bag, or officiating kit
- Provides a dedicated coin for the pregame toss
- Classic Honig’s officiating accessory
- Ideal for high school, college, and other football officials
- Great addition to a referee equipment bag or officiating gift
Why Choose the Honig’s Referee Flipping Coin?
A pregame coin toss is one of the first official responsibilities of a football officiating crew. The Honig’s Original Flipping Coin gives officials a purpose-built coin rather than relying on an ordinary currency coin.
The zebra-head design immediately identifies the coin with football officiating and the Honig’s tradition. Developed by Dick Honig, it is a unique referee accessory with a history tied to the officiating equipment industry.
Keep one in your referee bag so you are always prepared for the pregame conference and coin toss.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product | Honig’s Original Football Referee Flipping Coin |
| Category | Football Referee Accessories |
| Use | Pregame football coin toss |
| Design | Zebra-head referee design |
| Developer | Dick Honig |
| Type | Two-sided flipping coin |
| Brand | Honig’s |
| Sizes | One standard coin |
| Material | Metal coin |
| Best For | Football referees and officiating crews |
| Sport | Football |
About Dick Honig
Dick Honig was an influential figure in the football officiating equipment business and the founder behind Honig’s Whistle Stop. His experience working with football officials helped shape a product line specifically designed around the needs of referees.
The Honig’s Original Football Referee Flipping Coin reflects that practical approach: a simple, purpose-built accessory designed for one of the most recognizable moments before every football game—the pregame coin toss.
For officials familiar with the Honig’s name, the coin is also a connection to the history and tradition of football officiating equipment developed under Dick Honig.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Honig’s football referee flipping coin used for?
The coin is designed for the pregame coin toss conducted by the football referee and team captains.
Who developed the Honig’s referee flipping coin?
The original coin was developed by Dick Honig, whose Honig’s brand became well known for football officiating equipment and accessories.
What is featured on the Honig’s flipping coin?
The coin features a distinctive zebra-head design associated with football officials.
Is this a regular currency coin?
No. It is a dedicated football referee accessory intended for use during the pregame coin toss.
Is the Honig’s coin suitable for high school football officials?
Yes. It is an appropriate accessory for football officials working high school and other levels of organized football.
Is the coin a good gift for a football referee?
Yes. Its distinctive referee design and connection to Dick Honig make it a practical and collectible gift for football officials.
Shop Football Referee Accessories
Add the Honig’s Original Football Referee Flipping Coin to your officiating equipment bag and be prepared for the pregame coin toss. It is a small accessory with a distinctly football-officiating purpose and a connection to the Honig’s tradition.
More than a coin, it is an original piece of football officiating tradition—created by Dick Honig for officials and recognized by generations of crews.
