Reference Guide

Options & Materials

Every finish, edge, backing, and packaging upgrade we offer, so you know exactly what you're choosing on the product page.

Real Coins & Pins We've Made

A sample of actual finished pieces across our product line, not tied to any specific plating or edge listed below.

Platings & Finishes

Metal finish applied to your coin, pin, or opener.

Gold

Bright gold-tone finish, the most requested plating for awards and retirements.

Silver

Bright silver-tone finish, a clean, versatile look for any branch or department.

Antique Gold

Gold with a recessed dark patina that reads as heritage and tradition.

Antique Silver

Silver with a recessed dark patina, popular for law enforcement and veteran coins.

Antique Bronze

Warm bronze tone with an antiqued finish, a classic military coin look.

Antique Brass

Warm brass tone with an antiqued finish, common on lapel pins and openers.

Black Nickel

Matte-black metal finish for a bold, modern, tactical look.

Dual Plating

Two platings combined on one piece (e.g. gold rim, silver center) for extra contrast.

Enamel & Fill Types

How color is applied to your design.

Soft Enamel

Recessed enamel fill with visible metal edges between colors. The most economical option and the industry standard for detailed designs.

Hard Enamel

Enamel polished flush with the metal for a smooth, glass-like surface. A premium look at a modest upcharge.

Epoxy Coated

A clear protective epoxy dome over printed or plated artwork. Durable, glossy, and good for photo-realistic designs.

3D Relief

Raised or sculpted metal texture with no color fill (or partial fill). Reads as more three-dimensional and tactile.

Edge Styles

Detailing around the rim of a coin.

Flat

A clean flat edge, the standard and most economical choice.

Rope Border

A twisted-rope texture around the edge, a classic military coin detail.

Bevel

An angled, chamfered edge for a sharper, more refined profile.

Cross-Cut

A grooved cross-hatch texture around the edge for extra grip and visual interest.

Backings & Attachments

How a pin or patch attaches to fabric or uniform.

Butterfly Clasp

Standard lapel pin backing: a simple metal clutch, the most common choice.

Locking Pin

A locking-hinge pin back that resists loosening, good for pins worn often or on heavy fabric.

Magnet

A rare-earth magnet back for uniforms and fabrics you can't puncture.

Hook & Loop (Velcro)

Standard patch backing for tactical gear and removable panels.

Iron-On

Heat-activated adhesive backing, permanently applied with a household iron.

Sew-On

A plain merrow or hot-cut edge meant to be stitched directly onto fabric.

Adhesive

Peel-and-stick backing for a quick, semi-permanent application.

Packaging Upgrades

Pick a packaging upgrade right in the product page calculator, priced per unit.

Packaging
Description
Price
Poly Bag
Standard protective sleeve, included with every order
Included
Vinyl / PVC Pouch
Clear soft pouch for extra scuff protection
+$0.05/ea
Acrylic Capsule
Rigid clear capsule, popular for display and resale
+$0.12/ea
Custom Display Card
Branded backer card behind a clear window
+$0.13/ea
Velvet Gift Box
Premium presentation box for retirements and awards
+$0.90/ea

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