Custom Medals

Custom medals from Longtian: custom medals for museums, scenic attractions, enterprises and universities. Our MOQ starts from 50 pcs. Sampling usually takes 5–7 days after the digital proof is approved; mass production takes about 15–25 days after sample approval. Price depends mainly on size, 2D or 3D relief, plating, enamel or print, ribbon design, packaging and quantity; we do not publish a fixed price list — each project is quoted from your artwork and quantity. Sample and mold fees are quoted per design. Payment is T/T 30% deposit and 70% before shipment (PayPal for samples); trade terms are EXW, FOB Shenzhen or DDP by quote. An NDA is available on request.

A medal marks an achievement, so the design, weight and ribbon have to feel worthy of the moment, whether it is a race finish line, a company award night or a university sports day. We handle the design proof, sampling and production, then pack for export.

Crafts and processes

• Zinc-alloy die-casting with 2D or 3D relief
• Soft or hard enamel colour fills
• Antique, matt, shiny and dual-tone plating
• Spinner, cut-out and glitter effects
• Printed or woven ribbons

A medal is usually die-cast in zinc alloy from a steel mold engraved to the approved artwork. Designers decide early whether the design is 2D (two or more flat levels) or 3D (sculpted relief), because this sets the mold engraving. After casting, medals are trimmed, polished and plated; antique finishes are created by darkening the recesses and polishing the high points, which brings out sculpted detail. Colour is added with soft enamel, transparent enamel or printing.

Brass or copper can be stamped for flatter, heavier medals and for commemorative pieces. Special features include cut-outs, spinning centres, bottle openers, glitter and glow enamel, and two-part designs that slot together. Ribbons are commonly printed by heat transfer so that names, dates and patterns can run along their length; attachment hardware is chosen to keep the medal hanging straight.

Materials

• Zinc alloy: die-cast, ideal for 2D, 3D and cut-out shapes
• Brass and copper: stamped, heavier commemorative medals
• Iron: economical stamped medals for large events
• Plating: gold, silver, bronze, antique gold, antique silver, antique bronze, black nickel
• Colour: soft enamel, transparent enamel, printing, epoxy
• Ribbons: heat-transfer printed polyester, woven options on request

Zinc alloy is the standard for event and award medals because it captures detail at a reasonable cost; brass suits commemorative and museum medals where weight and finish matter more.

Sizes

• Event and finisher medals are commonly about 50–80 mm
• Statement or anniversary medals can be larger
• Thickness is chosen with the relief depth
• Ribbon width is matched to the medal size

We recommend sizes that keep text legible at the chosen relief depth and that balance on the ribbon.

Packaging

• Individual OPP bag with ribbon attached or separate
• Velvet pouch
• Printed paper or rigid gift box with insert
• Acrylic or wooden display case for premium pieces
• Export cartons with separators

For commemorative medals sold in museum shops, a box with a short text card explaining the motif makes the piece easier to sell as a gift.

Customization options

• Custom shape and thickness
• Engraving or printing on the reverse
• Sublimated or woven lanyard ribbon in your colours
• Velvet boxes, pouches or display frames

Who orders them and why

• Museums: commemorative medals for anniversaries and exhibition openings.
• Attractions: finisher medals for hiking routes and city runs held at the site.
• Enterprises: long-service and annual award medals.
• Universities: sports meet, graduation and academic honour medals.

What affects the price (no fixed list)

Price is quoted per project. The main drivers for medals are:

• Size and relief: larger medals and 3D sculpting cost more than flat 2D designs.
• Metal and plating: brass and antique or dual plating cost more than basic zinc with single plating.
• Colour and epoxy: enamel fills and printed details.
• Ribbon: custom heat-transfer print, width and attachment method.
• Packaging: pouches, boxes or display cases versus a simple bag.
• Quantity and personalisation: name or number engraving is quoted separately.

We do not publish USD prices. Send artwork and quantity for a quote.

Files and details that help us quote

Please include: artwork or reference images, preferred size and material if known, quantity per design, target delivery date, destination country and packaging preference. If you have a target retail price, share it so we can suggest a suitable process.

Quality checks before shipping

Finished pieces are checked against the approved sample for outline, colour, plating or paint, attachments and packaging before cartons are sealed. Tell us if you need photos, videos or a third-party inspection for larger orders.

Ordering workflow: sample → approval → production → QC → shipping

1. Enquiry and brief. Send artwork or reference images, the quantity, target retail price and delivery date. Our MOQ starts from 50 pcs.
2. Recommendation and quote. We suggest material, process, size and packaging, and quote per design. Any sample or mold fee is quoted per design.
3. Digital proof. Our design team prepares a proof showing outline, colours, finish and dimensions. Revisions continue until you approve it.
4. Physical sample. Sampling usually takes 5–7 days after proof approval. You check the sample by photo, video or courier.
5. Approval and deposit. Payment is T/T 30% deposit with 70% before shipment; samples can be paid by PayPal.
6. Mass production. Production usually takes about 15–25 days after sample approval, depending on quantity and process.
7. Quality control. Goods are checked against the approved sample for colour, finish, attachment hardware and packaging before cartons are sealed.
8. Shipping. We ship by express, air or sea under EXW, FOB Shenzhen or DDP, quoted per order. An NDA is available on request.

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• Souvenir packaging options for museums, scenic areas and events
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Send your artwork, quantity and target date to WhatsApp +86 18811875118 · WeChat 15220268909 · sales@longtiangifts.com, or use the contact page. See also how to order, shipping & pricing and our buying guides.