Custom Coins Guide

Custom Coins Guide

Make it meaningful. Make it durable. Make it ethically made.

Custom coins are perfect for challenge coins, commemorative gifts, event tokens, brand collectibles, club merch and milestone pieces.

Use this guide to choose your coin type, size, thickness, plating, edge style, surface finish and artwork setup before starting your custom coin quote.

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Custom coins made ethically for brands events collectors and communities

Why Make Custom Coins?

Custom coins are more than collectibles. They can mark milestones, celebrate teams, honour communities and turn meaningful designs into long-lasting keepsakes.

🪙 Meaningful keepsakes Perfect for challenge coins, commemorative pieces, awards, memberships, clubs and special events.
✨ Premium feel Coins feel durable, valuable and collectible, making them great for gifting, selling or rewarding supporters.
🎨 Highly customisable Choose enamel, die-struck, 3D sculpting, plating, edge styles, surface textures and packaging.
🌱 Ethically made YourStuffMade supports responsible production with maker-friendly support from idea to delivery.

Popular Types of Custom Coins

Choose your coin style based on your artwork, colour needs, texture preference and the final look you want.

1. Soft Enamel Coins
Custom soft enamel coins

Soft enamel coins have raised metal lines with recessed colour-filled enamel. They are great for bold, colourful artwork with a textured feel.

2. Hard Enamel Coins
Custom hard enamel coins

Hard enamel coins have a smooth, polished surface where the enamel and metal are level. They are best for sleek, premium and elegant designs.

3. Die-Struck Coins
Custom die struck coins

Die-struck coins use stamped metal without enamel. They are ideal for classic all-metal designs, antique finishes, logos, crests and commemorative coins.

4. 3D Sculpted Coins
Custom 3D sculpted coins

3D sculpted coins use multiple depth levels, curves and raised details. They are best for sculpted logos, characters, mascots, portraits and detailed artwork.

Custom Coin Options

Coins can be customised with different sizes, thicknesses, plating finishes, edge styles and surface treatments.

📏 Size Options
Custom coin size options

Most custom coins range from 1.5" to 1.75", but smaller and larger sizes are available depending on your design and project needs.

⚖️ Thickness Options
Custom coin thickness options

Choose 3mm for a standard feel or 4mm for a heavier, more premium coin weight.

✨ Plating Options
Custom coin plating options

Popular plating options include polished gold, silver, copper, antique finishes and rainbow plating for extra colour and shine.

🔶 Edge Options
Custom coin edge options

Choose flat, rope, scalloped, crosscut or beveled edges to add extra detail and a more finished look to your custom coins.

🧩 Surface Treatments
Custom coin surface treatment options

Surface treatments can include smooth, mesh, sandblasted or brushed textures to help your artwork stand out.

Artwork & File Setup

Good artwork setup helps your custom coins look clean, readable and production-ready. Vector files are preferred, but our team can also help review high-resolution images or sketches.

🎨 Vector is best Send .AI, .EPS or editable .PDF files when possible. For setup help, review our Artwork Setup Guide.
🖼 High-res files work too PNG, JPEG and PDF files can work if they are clear, high quality and at least 300 DPI.
✏️ No design yet? Send a sketch, logo, reference image or written idea and our Maker Support team can help guide the setup.
🌈 Confirm colours Use PMS or CMYK where possible. For print accuracy, review our Pantone Color Guide.
📏 Keep details readable Small text and tiny details can be hard to produce on coins, so keep important artwork clear and bold.
✅ Add notes Share your coin size, thickness, plating, edge style, surface finish, packaging, quantity and deadline.

Custom Coin Order Options

Use these common options to brief your quote. Popular choices are marked with ❤️, and more custom options are available on request.

🎨 Artwork & File Setup
  • Vector files like .AI, .EPS or editable .PDF are preferred for clean coin artwork and production setup.
  • High-resolution PNG, JPEG or PDF files can also work if they are clear and at least 300 DPI.
  • Outline all text and clearly specify colours in PMS or CMYK where possible.
  • For colour accuracy, review our CMYK vs RGB Printing Guide before sending final artwork.
  • Share coin type, size, thickness, plating, edge, finish, packaging and deadline with your quote request.
📦 Order Quantity
  • 50 ❤️
  • 100 ❤️
  • 250
  • 500
  • 1,000+
  • More options available upon request
🪙 Coin Type Options
  • Soft enamel coins ❤️
  • Hard enamel coins ❤️
  • Die-struck coins ❤️
  • 3D sculpted coins
  • Custom coin styles available upon request
📏 Size & Thickness Options
  • 1.5" coin ❤️
  • 1.75" coin ❤️
  • Custom size
  • 3mm thickness ❤️
  • 4mm thickness ❤️
  • More sizing options available upon request
✨ Plating Options
  • Polished gold ❤️
  • Polished silver ❤️
  • Polished copper
  • Antique gold
  • Antique silver
  • Antique copper
  • Rainbow plating
🔶 Edge Options
  • Flat edge ❤️
  • Rope edge ❤️
  • Scalloped edge
  • Crosscut edge
  • Beveled edge
  • Custom edges available upon request
🧩 Surface Treatment Options
  • Smooth surface ❤️
  • Mesh texture
  • Sandblasted finish ❤️
  • Brushed finish
  • Custom texture options available upon request
📦 Packaging Options
  • Bulk packed
  • Individual poly bag
  • Velvet pouch ❤️
  • Acrylic case
  • Gift box ❤️
  • Backing card
  • Retail packaging
  • Custom packaging available upon request. For more ideas, see our Custom Packaging Guide.
💸 Payment & Shipping Upgrades
  • Most custom orders can start with a 50% deposit after order and artwork confirmation.
  • The remaining 50% is paid before shipping, usually with photo confirmation of your order.
  • Payment options may include Visa, Mastercard, Amex, PayPal, Shopify Pay, gift cards and bank transfer.
  • Shipping upgrades can include express shipping, shipping insurance and carbon offset options.

Design Tips for Better Custom Coins

Coins have a premium, detailed look, but they are still small physical products. Clear artwork and smart finish choices help your design look better in real life.

✅ Keep the design bold Strong shapes, clear symbols and readable linework usually work better than tiny details.
✍️ Use short text Keep names, dates and slogans easy to read at coin size.
✨ Match finish to artwork Use enamel for colour, die-struck for classic metal detail and 3D sculpting for raised depth.
🌈 Check colour references If using enamel colours, provide PMS or clear colour references where possible.

Why Ethical Manufacturing Matters

When you work with YourStuffMade, your custom coins are supported by an ethical manufacturing approach made for artists, brands, organisations and creative communities.

🤝 Fair production values We work with production partners that support responsible and respectful manufacturing.
🎨 Maker-friendly support Our process helps creators, brands and teams turn ideas into polished physical products.
🌱 Better merch choices We help recommend durable product options, thoughtful packaging and useful merch.
🌍 Worldwide support Custom coins can be made for brands, events and communities around the world.

How to Order Custom Coins

Prepare your design Send an AI, EPS, PDF, PNG or JPEG file. No final design yet? Send a sketch or idea and we can help guide the setup.
Choose your coin specs Select your coin type, size, thickness, plating, edge style, surface finish, packaging and quantity.
Send your quote request Upload your artwork or idea through the custom coin quote form or email hi@yourstuffmade.com.
Confirm your quote We’ll help review artwork, specs, production timing, packaging and shipping. You can also Request Call Back before ordering.
Pay 50% to start Most custom orders can begin with a 50% deposit after your order and artwork details are confirmed.
Start production Production begins after artwork, quote and payment details are confirmed.
Ship worldwide Your custom coins are delivered to your door, ready to gift, sell, collect or share.
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FAQs

What are custom coins used for?

Custom coins are commonly used for challenge coins, commemorative gifts, event tokens, brand collectibles, club merch, awards, team gifts and milestone keepsakes.

What type of custom coin should I choose?

Choose soft enamel for bold colour and texture, hard enamel for a smooth premium finish, die-struck for classic all-metal designs or 3D sculpting for raised detailed artwork.

What file format is best for custom coin artwork?

Vector files like .AI, .EPS or editable .PDF are preferred. PNG, JPEG and PDF files can also work if they are clear and high resolution.

Can I choose custom plating and edges?

Yes. Custom coins can include plating options like polished gold, silver, copper, antique finishes and rainbow plating, plus edge styles like flat, rope, scalloped, crosscut and beveled.

Can I make a 3D sculpted custom coin?

Yes. 3D sculpted coins are great for raised logos, characters, mascots, portraits and highly detailed designs with depth.

Can I request help before ordering?

Yes. You can request a call back or email hi@yourstuffmade.com if you want help choosing coin type, size, plating, edge style or finish.

Ready to Make Custom Coins?

Create custom coins for your brand, organisation, event, club, community, team, shop or special milestone with YourStuffMade’s ethical manufacturing support.

Send your artwork, logo, sketch or idea and our team can help recommend the right coin type, size, thickness, plating, edge style, surface treatment, quantity and packaging setup.

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