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Custom Medallions Made to Order
Size, thickness, weight, edge style, and finish determine whether a piece reads as an award or as forgettable branded merchandise. The Monterey Company builds personalized medallions with specs that close the gap between screen approval and physical presence.
No Setup Fees
Low Minimums
Fast Shipping
Complimentary Design Services
Reorder Support
Built for Organizations That Need More Than a Logo on Metal
A donor gift, a race finisher medal, and an employee recognition piece do not need the same build. The Monterey Company works with schools, universities, public safety groups, nonprofits, military units, fire departments, police departments, associations, and corporate teams to match specs to the actual occasion. Whether you are a race director ordering finisher medals or an HR lead planning recognition coins, the manufacturing recommendation changes based on how the piece will be worn, mounted, presented, or displayed.
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Manufacturing Quality
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From Proof to Product
See the difference hands-on manufacturing guidance makes.
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35+ years in business
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1,000+ 5-star reviews
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Free proofs on every order
Medallion Styles
Build Choices That Change How a Medallion Feels
Die-struck medallions produce crisp raised areas and clean recessed details. Die-cast construction supports deeper sculptural forms and dimensional layering.
Both methods accept antique brass, antique finish treatments, polished finish highlights, 18K gold plating, or enameled color sections using enamel fill. Stamped, etched, embossed, and litho printed options expand the range further. Insert medals with interchangeable medallion discs let programs swap center artwork without reordering the full piece.
The right combination depends on the story the piece tells. The Monterey Company advises on size, thickness, edge style, plating, and engraving so the finished medallion supports the moment it represents.
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Common Pitfalls
Where Custom Medallion Orders Go Wrong
Proofing
Specs Left Vague Until It's Too Late
Disappointing orders fail before production starts. Artwork not adapted for metal. Specs left vague. Deadlines that left no room for revision. The Monterey Company treats proofing as a quality control step. Not a formality.
Detail Loss
Overcrowding Kills Legibility
Tiny text and dense symbols fill in during manufacturing. Low contrast between plating and antiquing flattens artwork instead of defining it. Thin, lightweight pieces feel generic even when the logo is correct.
Quality Control
Every Proof Gets Manufacturing Feedback
Every proof gets specific feedback: where contrast needs stronger separation, where raised areas need redrawing, and where the layout will lose clarity once struck in metal.
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Why Monterey
Established and Trustworthy
The Monterey Company has been making custom branded products for over 35 years. That means real people answering your calls, responsive communication throughout your order, and artwork support from start to finish. Low minimums make it easy to test a design. Bulk orders unlock better pricing for B2B programs at scale.
We specialize in custom medallions, custom medals, commemoratives, and a full line of recognition products built for quality and service. Whether awards, commemoration, employee recognition, events, fundraising, or branded merchandise, every project gets hands-on guidance.
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FAQ
Common Questions About Custom Medallions
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What file format works best for a custom medallion quote?
Vector files like AI, EPS, or PDF give the cleanest metal translation. If you only have a raster file, send it anyway. Complimentary design services can rebuild artwork for production at no setup fee.
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What is the difference between die-struck and die-cast medallions?
Die-struck produces flat, crisp metal relief with sharp raised areas and defined recessed details. Die-cast allows deeper three-dimensional sculpting and more complex shapes. Your artwork complexity and intended use determine which method fits.
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Can I order personalized medallions with individual engraving?
Yes. Personalization options include engraving for names, dates, messages, or symbols. Personalized medallions work well for employee recognition, graduation honors, and commemoratives where each recipient needs a unique piece.
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What are your minimums for custom medallion bulk orders?
Our standard minimum is 50 pieces per design. Need fewer? Reach out anyway. We can accommodate smaller runs depending on the project.
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Do you support reorders for annual programs?
Reorder support is built into the process. Prior proofs, specifications, and production notes get saved. Recurring awards, events, and recognition programs stay consistent year to year without starting over.