Real Custom Medal Success Stories
From school races to international tournaments, see how event organizers and medal resellers turned their ideas into stunning custom medals — on time and on budget.
Trusted by Organizers, Clubs & Resellers Worldwide
Promotional gift agency in Spain wanted 1,000 pcs of 70 mm antique medals, recreated from old photos. They needed perfect detail, full design restoration, and cost-effective shipping.
Challenge
The customer could only provide low-resolution finished-medal photos; no original artwork. Restoring details like crest, crown, anchor, regional emblem required artistic and technical finesse. They also needed tax‑included, door‑to‑door shipping to reduce customs costs, and a quick turnaround for production.
Solution
- Disassembled photo elements (building, crown, character, emblem) and sourced high‑def references
- Created detailed 3D CNC artwork to capture intricate textures and antique style
- Mockups and revisions provided free until full approval
- Offered tax‑included double‑clearance shipping to minimize import fees
- Regular production updates during mold engraving, stamping, and plating to keep client informed
- Laboratory‑quality plating, finishing to match antique look, with strict QC at every stage
Result
“Perfect reproduction from just a photo — detail, finish, and service surpassed what we expected. We’ve already placed our next custom medal order with SICpin.”
The 1,000 antique medals were delivered in just 11 days, shipped tax‑included to Spain. Client is thrilled and continues using our custom medal services for other projects.
Challenge
The client lacked experience in medal design and manufacturing. For this particular project, they wanted a custom swimming medal that reflected a polar bear diving into a pool — fitting the winter theme. The timeline was tight, the quantity fluctuating, and the customer wasn’t familiar with medal craftsmanship.
Solution
- Designs featured iceberg elements and pool scene to reflect the winter swimming concept
- Used silver plating and enamel medal techniques for enhanced appearance
- Free mockups provided within 24 hours
- Suggested translucent enamel to mimic ripple effects in water
- Physical samples delivered within 6 days
- Quantity increased from 650 to 780 pcs with no delay
- Printed theme text on ribbons to strengthen branding
Result
“The medals turned out beautifully — our swimmers and sponsors were impressed. We’ve continued working with SICpin ever since.”
This project became the foundation of a long-term partnership, with several additional swimming event medal orders completed over the next year.
A USA-based beer brewing club sought custom 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place medals for its live brewing competitions. They required 3” medals with rich 3D effects, different platings, and color ribbon variations — and needed a production partner they could work with long-term.
Challenge
Although the customer provided a design draft and specs, they lacked a reliable supplier who could perfectly reproduce 3D features like bottle caps and beer glass elements. They also wanted laser text, custom ribbons, and backstamp — all without sacrificing speed or quality.
Solution
- Provided free design consultation and translated rough sketch into professional 3D artwork
- Used CNC rendering to fine-tune medal surface texture and placement details
- Offered 3 plating options (gold, silver, copper) to distinguish rankings
- Created ribbon options in red, blue, and white with verified stitching method
- Adjusted enamel colors, ribbon layout, backstamp positioning multiple times
- Provided regular visual updates during mold, stamping, and finishing stages
- Delivered 100 premium 3D medals within the agreed timeline
Result
“Best custom medals we’ve ever had — perfect 3D detail, beautiful shine, and excellent service. We’ll be placing our next order soon!”
This successful collaboration not only met the client’s detailed spec, but also established SICpin as a trusted medal maker for their future brewing competitions.
Create Your Custom Medals in Just 4 Simple Steps
No design skills? No problem!
You just share your idea — we handle the rest.
From refining your vision to final delivery, our expert team takes care of everything:
medal design ✓ materials & plating ✓ ribbons & packaging ✓ and on-time shipping ✓
1️⃣ Submit Your Idea
Upload your logo, sketch, or just tell us your vision.
2️⃣ Approve Your Design
We’ll send you a free mockup to review and adjust to perfect.
3️⃣ Produce Your Medals
10–15 day production with strict quality control, even 10 medals
4️⃣ Receive On-Time Delivery
Your medals arrive ready to impress before your event date.
Why Our Clients Keep Coming Back
Creative Help at Every Step
From idea to delivery, we supported clients with expert design input, technical suggestions, and medal mockups — even when they had nothing more than a logo.
On-Time, Every Time
Each case study here was delivered within the promised window — often earlier. We know delays ruin events, so our production and QC teams follow strict timelines.
Enjoy Smooth Communication
Designers and event organizers loved that they didn’t need to chase updates. Our proactive follow-ups and fast responses helped simplify their jobs.
Customization options
Customize your medals with the perfect size, material, shape, plating, and ribbon.
Whether you need a classic look or a bold, unique design, we tailor every detail to match your event, budget, and brand identity with precision.
Sizes
From compact 2.5″ medals to impressive 6″ statement pieces — we offer the perfect size for every event. Whether it’s a school sports day, a 5K race, or a bodybuilding championship, your custom medals will command attention.
Shapes
Round, square, or totally custom — your medal’s shape can speak volumes. Choose from classic outlines or create a one-of-a-kind silhouette that reflects your event’s spirit and boosts your brand’s identity.
Plating finishes
Whether you’re honoring champions with classic gold, silver, and bronze — or looking to impress with antique or two-tone finishes — our custom plating options make your medals shine with prestige and personality.
Ribbons
Your ribbon is more than a strap — it’s part of your story. Customize the size, color, text, and patterns to match your event theme or brand. Add logos and bold graphics to turn every medal into a wearable statement.
How to make medals
See how your medals come to life — from concept to final medal.
Let's Create Together!
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Got Questions? We’ve Got Answers!
Can you help if I don’t have a complete design?
Yes! Just send us your idea, sketch, or logo, and our expert designers will create a professional medal design for free.
Can I customize the ribbon?
Absolutely! We offer full ribbon customization, including width, length, colors, and printing (logo, text, patterns, etc.) to match your branding or event theme.
What materials and finishes can I choose from?
We offer zinc alloy, brass, iron, and stainless steel with finishes like gold, silver, antique, matte, dual-tone plating, etc..
What is the pricing for custom medals?
Pricing depends on size, material, plating, and quantity. We offer transparent pricing with no hidden fees and can adjust the design to fit your budget.
Do you have a minimum order quantity (MOQ)?
No, we don’t set a strict MOQ, but bulk orders always mean better pricing. The more you order, the lower the unit cost—let’s discuss your needs!
Can I get a sample before placing a bulk order?
Yes! We provide pre-production samples so you can check the quality before mass production.
How long does production and delivery take?
Standard production takes 15-18 days, but we offer rush orders. We’ve delivered 5,000 medals in just one week!
How do you ensure quality?
We follow a strict quality control process, inspecting each step from mold cutting to plating and packaging. Defective medals? We’ll remake them for free!
What are the shipping options?
We offer DHL, FedEx, UPS, air, sea, and door-to-door shipping. Need it fast? We’ve got express solutions.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept PayPal, credit cards, bank transfers (TT), and Western Union for a secure, hassle-free transaction.