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Napa Valley, California Casino Rolls The Dice With Custom Coins

Known as “The Friendliest Casino in America,” the American Canyon, California based Napa Valley Casino wanted to extend their hospitality in the form of a challenge coin that reflected their unique and regional-specific logo. The designers at Challenge Coins Limited...

The Sumter, South Carolina Chamber of Commerce 100th Anniversary Challenge Coin

Is your Chamber of Commerce celebrating a significant milestone in your community? The Sumter, South Carolina Chamber of Commerce used our services to design a challenge coin for their upcoming 100th Anniversary celebration on May 16th, 2012. Their coin shows...

Glow In The Dark Feature Adds Spark to Custom Challenge Coins

We’ve found that one thing remains constant when it comes to designing coins, and that is that everyone wants their challenge coin to be somehow “different” than the next. One feature that isn’t so often utilized is our glow in...

El Paso, Texas FD Challenge Coins Combine Unique Design Elements

When the El Paso, Texas Fire Department needed a new coin to present to it’s training graduates, they commissioned Challenge Coins Limited to come up with a unique design that portrayed not only their recognizable logo, but also their core...

Edwards Air Force Base Troops Receive Iron Man 2 Challenge Coins

During the filming of Iron Man 2, director Jon Favreau presented ‘Iron Man’ challenge coins to the troops stationed at Edwards Air Force Base. It was during the production crew’s time aboard the base that they bonded with the troops...

Iraq War Veteran Establishes First Official Challenge Coin Association

Iraq War veteran, Jesse Medford, has taken challenge coins to another level by creating the first official challenge coin association. The Challenge Coin Association was established in 2006 after Jesse returned home from serving in the Middle East. The 34-year-old...

7 Things You Want to Consider When Customizing Your Challenge Coin

Do you want a customized challenge coin but you’re unsure as how to design it? Before you go about placing your order, there are seven important things that you need to consider: 1. Event A challenge coin can be the...

President Shows Nation’s Appreciation with Challenge Coins

On September 14, 2009, President Obama spoke to the students at Wakefield High School in Arlington, Virginia, giving the school class president, Timothy Spicer, a challenge coin to commemorate the moment. An interviewer asked Timothy, who had the honor of...

Assessing the Value of Your Military Coins: A Reference Guide for Collectors

Military coins have soared in popularity in recent years. While once only popular in military circles, the collectability of these coins has made them sought after items by historical, military, and general memorabilia collectors worldwide. It has become increasingly common...

Customized Wedding Coins

Custom wedding coins are a fantastic way to add a splash of color and drama to your wedding. These coins, which are also known as challenge coins, wedding unity coins, wedding arras coins, or simply matrimonial coins are custom produced...

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Can I Design My Own Challenge Coin?

Yes. You can start with a basic sketch or finished art, then simply upload the front and back images when requesting a quote. Their artists will refine your idea, add crisp details, and email you a proof for your approval. Both the design service and revisions are provided for free.

The price of your coin depends on its size, shape, metal finish, and any extra features like 3D imagery or edge text. Most orders typically cost between $3 and $10 per coin when you purchase 100 or more, and basic artwork is free. For an exact figure, you can request a free quote on their website.

You should upload the highest-resolution files you have available. Vector formats (such as AI, EPS, or PDF) work best and greatly speed up the process, but large PNG or JPEG images are also effective at preserving detail. To speed up proofing, send separate files for the front, the back, and any requested 3D elements.

Standard designs typically require about two to three hours of art time, so you will usually receive your proof within two business days. If you are on a tight deadline, you can indicate this on the quote form or give them a call, and they will prioritize your project.

Yes. They can raise or recess parts of your artwork for a true 3D look. You will need to provide high-resolution images for this process to be successful, and a special mold fee starting at $100 per side applies. When done right, their unique 3D technique adds impressive depth without losing clarity.

Features that require manual handwork at the factory will slow down delivery. These include epoxy coating, silk-screen colors, edge engraving, serial numbering, dual plating, specialty edging, hard enamel, and complex color schemes (many colors and small spaces). If you need your coins fast, it is recommended to choose standard edges and simpler enamel fills.