Designing The Perfect Custom Challenge Coin
From coin design to a quality finished coin in two to three weeks. The process of making a coin is simple! Designing challenge coins is easy. With a little help from our world-class graphic artists, you can create custom challenge coins your members can carry and display with pride.
Your imagination is the only limit! We create coins in various sizes and shapes, from classic rounds to unique forms like aircraft, ships, or badges. Our experienced artists will help you refine your design to perfection.
How do I get my challenge coin design started?
Creating and designing your own challenge coins online is easy. We are committed to bringing your ideas into reality. Our expert artists will work with you collaboratively. We offer our customers free revisions, and you can redo the artwork of your custom challenge coins as many times as you want without paying any additional charge.
The Idea!
This might be the hardest step when it comes to designing any challenge coin. Whether it is napkin sketches, an idea typed out in an email, logos, or insignias, anything you can provide will help us in the design of your custom coins. You can always check out our challenge coin gallery for a little inspiration. We'll take your idea and turn it into something special.
Choose Your Design Options
We have several coin options to make your challenge coin truly unique. From the color and style of the metal finish, to how the edge of your coin will look, we offer a full range of options that will be sure to make your coin turn heads.
Send Us Your Info
Send us your ideas by filling out our quote request form at no obligation to you. Once we receive your artwork, We will email you a quote and create a free digital proof of your design.
Approve Your Proof
Using their expertise, our designers will take your idea and specifications and craft a beautiful coin design just for you. We don’t charge for art or revisions. They will ensure that your coin will look its best when produced based on the size and type of coin you are requesting.
Confirm Your Order and Pay
Once you approve your proof, we’ll send you a separate confirmation email. Once you give us the go-ahead to proceed, we’ll charge your credit card and start production of your order.
Sit back and relax!
Let us take it from here. We will manufacture your order, carefully inspect it and ship it to you, typically within 14 to 17 days (subject to seasonal delays).
Coin Design Guide
Making your own challenge coins is easy. Use the following information to help you get started
Measuring Coin Size
Size guides are approximate. Always double-check the widest points of your design.
Select A Metal Finish
Choose from one of our many metallic coin finishes , polished or distinguished antique available in gold, silver, copper, or brass; other unique finishes like black nickel are also available.
Edges—Standard or Diamond-Cut?
All coins come standard with a flat rolling edge, but these can be customized too. Many coin designs benefit from a diamond-cut edge or other patterns around the border.
Choose the Right Fonts
Fonts play a big role in the readability of your coin. Make sure to choose something legible, or if you're having trouble finding the perfect font, our award-winning designers are happy to help.
Options for Days...
Coins don't have to be just round, flat, or boring. Make your coin any shape with custom cut-outs and colors, or make it really stand out with our 3D Design option. You can even have them individually numbered, engraved, or even made to accommodate a key ring. With our additional coin options the possibilities are endless.
How to Determine the Size of Your Challenge Coin
Round Coin
Round Coin
Dog Tag Shape
Square Shape
Accurate measurements are essential for ensuring your custom challenge coins meet your expectations. Depending on the design, the method of measurement can vary.
Measuring Circular Coins
For circular coins, the process is straightforward. The size is determined by the diameter—the longest distance across the coin. This clear measurement gives you a consistent reference point for production.
Measuring Custom-Shaped Coins
When working with irregular or custom shapes, determining the overall size requires identifying the two farthest points in the design. This measurement, representing the longest span across the coin, is key to capturing its true dimensions.
Using a Circular Template
One effective method for measuring custom-shaped coins is to use a circular template or drawing tool:
- Place the Coin in the Center: Position your coin or design in the middle of the circular guide.
- Identify Extreme Points: Observe which parts of the coin extend closest to the edge of the circle.
- Visualize the Measurement: The imaginary line drawn between these two extreme points represents the coin’s maximum dimension.
Why Accurate Measurement Matters
Including all aspects of your design in the measurement is crucial. Protrusions and irregular edges can significantly influence the overall size and appearance of the coin. By carefully considering these factors, you avoid misconceptions about the coin’s dimensions and ensure that your final product perfectly reflects your design intentions.
Accurately measuring your challenge coin ensures that you get the design and quality you expect. If you encounter any difficulties or have questions about measuring your coin, our customer service team is ready to assist you. Feel free to call us toll-free at 1 855-272-8451 , or email us at [email protected] . We are committed to providing you with all the support you need to create the perfect challenge coin.
Choose from a Wide Range of Metal Coin Finishes
The right metal finish can make your custom coins truly stand out. Select from polished gold, antique silver, copper, brass, black nickel, and more—each finish meticulously crafted to enhance your coin’s intricate design details and create a lasting impression.
See our metal finish types for more details.Add a Designer Coin Edge for an Extra Touch of Distinction
Custom edges can give your coins that extra mark of distinction that really catches the eye. We offer a variety of edge cuts that can enhance your design, such as rope edges for a naval look, cross-cut styles for increased reflective brilliance, reeded edges for a formal appearance, and more. Explore our selection of coin edges to find the perfect fit for your design.
Choose from out selection of coin edges
Enhance Your Coin with Premium Coin Options
Our premium options can add even more appeal to your custom coins.
- Designer coin edges
- Edge engraved text
- Custom cutouts
- Sequential numbering
- Bottle opener or keychain functionality
Present Your Coin in Style with Custom Packaging
Every coin comes with a free PVC pouch, but we offer more:
- Velvet bags
- Hard capsules
- Acrylic boxes
- Velvet presentation boxes
- Display stands
Browse our presentation and packaging options to find the perfect match.
Your choice of presentation and packaging options
Enamel Fill Colors for Your Coins
The classic challenge coin style exudes a formal look, ideal for any occasion or event. To make your design even more memorable—especially for corporate coins—consider adding vibrant color. With our enamel fill process, you can incorporate up to five colors at no extra charge.
After your design is die-struck into the metal, we add color enamel by filling in the recessed areas with enamel paint. The enamel is then cured at high heat, resulting in a durable and visually striking design.
Since colors can vary across computer screens and mobile devices, we rely on the Pantone® Color Chart as our standard for color accuracy. To ensure an exact color match, we recommend checking a physical Pantone (PMS) chart at your local print shop or public library. For a convenient alternative, you can also view our virtual Pantone® color chart for a close approximation on your screen.
Pantone Solid Colors
Colors displayed are a close approximation. Always see a physical color book to see an accurate color.