Custom Challenge Coins & Commemorative Coin Minting

Start your project with C-Creation by sharing the coin purpose, artwork or idea, quantity, destination and required date. We will help turn the brief into a production-ready specification, then coordinate artwork, sampling, manufacturing, quality control, packaging and delivery.

Custom coins can recognise service, celebrate corporate anniversaries, mark school or club milestones, support fundraising or create a numbered collectible. C-Creation also presents museum, sports, public-service and merchandise applications. Start with the recipient and occasion, then choose the design, wording and packaging that make the coin meaningful for that use.

You may cancel after payment if mould making has not begun; bank charges incurred by the refund are borne by the customer. Approval of the production design files starts the mould-making stage, after which the order cannot be cancelled. Inspect the goods within 3 days of receipt and report any issues to C-Creation. If no issue is reported within this period, the goods are considered accepted as conforming. For major defects or batch defects affecting more than 10% of the order quantity, a remake or discount may be agreed through negotiation. Contact our team with the order reference, affected quantity and supporting photos or video so the issue can be reviewed.

Individuals, businesses, clubs and organisations can order custom challenge coins from C-Creation, with a minimum order quantity of 1 piece. Share your purpose, artwork and quantity so we can recommend a suitable specification. You must own or have permission to use the submitted logos and artwork.

The minimum order quantity is 1 piece. You can start with a single custom coin or a small trial order. Mould and setup costs are spread across the order, so larger quantities generally reduce the cost per coin. Send your design, preferred material and quantity to C-Creation for a project quotation.

Send the quantity, artwork or idea, approximate dimensions, material and finish preferences, packaging, destination and deadline. Our reference coin price excludes mould fees, packaging and shipping. Once the order is confirmed and the mould fee is paid, we provide 2–3 free samples for approval, with no additional sample fee. For orders exceeding 5,000 pieces, the mould fee can generally be credited against the order, subject to the specific order agreement. Confirm eligibility and the credit arrangement in the quotation; a cash refund is not automatically promised. Production design files, 3D images and revisions are free. The quotation confirms additional charges such as double-sided designs, custom packaging and rush service.

A mould fee covers the tooling for a new coin design. For coins measuring 20–65 mm (approximately 0.79–2.56 inches), the reference mould fee is US$60–300.* Larger dimensions generally mean a higher mould fee. Once the order is confirmed and the mould fee is paid, we provide 2–3 free samples for approval, with no additional sample fee. For orders exceeding 5,000 pieces, the mould fee can generally be credited against the order, subject to the specific order agreement. Confirm eligibility and the credit arrangement in the quotation; a cash refund is not automatically promised. C-Creation stores moulds free of charge for two years. Reorders using the same stored mould do not require a new mould fee unless changes to the design or specification require new tooling. Send your previous order reference so we can check the mould before confirming a reorder. * Price information is based on June 2026 reference levels. Actual prices may rise or fall with raw material prices. Please request a quotation to confirm current pricing.

For orders exceeding 5,000 pieces, the mould fee can generally be credited against the order, subject to the specific order agreement. Confirm eligibility and the credit arrangement in the quotation; a cash refund is not automatically promised.

Once the order is confirmed and the mould fee is paid, we provide 2–3 free samples for approval, with no additional sample fee. Sampling takes 7 working days after production design approval. Sample delivery arrangements follow the quotation; free samples do not imply free shipping.

C-Creation accepts Wise, Western Union, T/T bank transfer and Alipay. Full payment is required before production. Confirm the currency, amount and payment instructions on your quotation or invoice. Approval of the production design files starts mould making, after which the order cannot be cancelled.

C-Creation coordinates international shipping according to the destination, packed weight and volume, schedule and available service. Freight charges follow the quotation. Taxes are subject to the rules and charges of the destination country. Provide your delivery country and postal code so we can confirm the shipping service and estimated transit time; clarify any tax handling in the agreed delivery terms.

Yes. The minimum order quantity is 1 piece, including a custom 999 Silver coin. Tooling and other project charges still apply, so a one-piece order can have a higher cost per coin than a larger order. Send your design and dimensions for a quotation based on the daily silver price.

Yes. The front and back can have different artwork, and double-sided designs incur an additional charge. The amount depends on the approved artwork and production specification. C-Creation will include the applicable two-sided design charge in the quotation rather than treating the second side as automatically free.

Start with the purpose, recipient and message, then build the specification around how the coin will be used. A practical design workflow: • Define the purpose: Recognition, membership, commemoration, fundraising, merchandise or a special event. • Plan the artwork: Decide what belongs on the front and back, including logos, dates, names, slogans and required legal marks. • Select the structure: Choose the approximate size, thickness, round or custom shape, 2D or 3D relief and any cut-outs or moving parts. • Select the finish: Choose material, plating, enamel or printing, surface texture, edge treatment and packaging. • Share your brief: Send available artwork, references, quantity, destination and required date to our support team. • Approve the production files: We convert the brief into production artwork and confirm dimensions, colours, relief, plating, edge and variable data before production. A physical sample can be arranged when required.

Editable vector artwork such as AI, EPS, SVG or vector PDF is preferred. C-Creation can also review high-resolution JPG, PNG, PSD, photographs, sketches and reference images. Include the front and back designs, exact wording and colour references. If you only have a logo or picture, we will assess what needs redrawing or simplifying before production artwork is prepared.

Yes, provided you own or have permission to use the image. Send the highest-resolution original available. Photographs, gradients and detailed illustrations are usually best reproduced with UV printing, while bold shapes and simplified linework can often be converted into enamel or 2D/3D relief. We review the image for resolution, contrast, small details and the final coin size. If necessary, we will suggest cropping, simplifying the artwork or combining relief with printing. The final appearance is confirmed in the production proof, and a physical sample can be arranged when colour or fine detail is critical.

Provide Pantone references or approved brand colour values and identify the areas intended for enamel, printing or metal finish. Colours can differ between a screen, a printed colour card and the finished metal coin. We show the intended colours in the production design files and use the physical sample for approval before bulk production. Do not assume an exact screen-to-metal match.

Zinc alloy is useful for complex cast shapes and deep relief. Brass and 999 Copper can provide a substantial feel and suit traditional struck detail. 999 Silver has a precious-metal cost basis and should be specified by weight as well as dimensions. Compare the artwork, construction, finish and budget together. C-Creation can provide material samples for purity testing at your request.

Reference size ranges are 30–60 mm (approximately 1.18–2.36 inches) for zinc alloy coins and 20–65 mm (approximately 0.79–2.56 inches) for 999 Copper or brass coins. Oversized custom coins measuring 65–200 mm (approximately 2.56–7.87 inches) can also be made. Choose the size around lettering, relief, handling and packaging. For an irregular shape, provide both width and height rather than diameter alone. Millimetres govern the specification; inch values are approximate.

Yes. Oversized coins can measure 65–200 mm (approximately 2.56–7.87 inches). The reference mould fee is US$300–1,500,* depending on the size and agreed design. Confirm the exact mould fee for a 65 mm (approximately 2.56 inch) design in the quotation, as this is the boundary of the standard and oversized reference ranges. Share the dimensions, material, relief, quantity and packaging requirements for review. * Price information is based on June 2026 reference levels. Actual prices may rise or fall with raw material prices. Please request a quotation to confirm current pricing.

Yes. Pure copper or bronze coins can have a maximum relief height of 3 mm (approximately 0.12 inch), while zinc alloy coins can have a maximum relief height of 7 mm (approximately 0.28 inch). Relief height directly affects price. Confirm the achievable relief, overall thickness and final design with our team before production. These values describe relief height, not overall coin thickness.

Yes, these designs can be reviewed by C-Creation. Custom outlines, cut-outs, bottle-opener features and moving parts need enough material for strength and reliable function. Send a reference and intended use so we can assess the structure, edge treatment, packaging and cost. Functional features should be checked on the agreed sample before bulk production.

Yes. Depending on the coin diameter, thickness, outline and plating, options can include a standard smooth edge, rope, leaf, cross-cut, spur, oblique-line and bezel-style patterns, as well as edge lettering or numbering. The edge should support the main design rather than compete with it. Deep or detailed edge treatments need enough thickness, and some patterns cannot follow tight corners or complex custom shapes cleanly. We check the edge profile together with the overall dimensions and show the selected treatment in the production artwork before approval.

C-Creation can evaluate names, sequential numbers, dates and QR codes according to the artwork and production route. Supply a final data list and confirm the position, format and orientation. QR codes must be checked at their actual size on the chosen finish. Agree on the proofing process before production so spelling and data errors can be caught early.

Yes. Our support team can provide a planning template or guided specification sheet for the shape and construction you are considering. Templates help organise the front and back layouts, text, colours, plating, edge treatment, numbering and packaging before production artwork begins. You do not need a finished professional design to start. A logo, sketch, photograph, written idea or marked-up reference is enough for an initial review. We will translate the approved direction into production artwork for your confirmation.

The default packaging is an OPP bag. Custom options include transparent acrylic cases, flocked presentation boxes, wooden boxes and other packaging agreed for the project. Confirm the fit for the actual coin dimensions, branding and presentation needs. Packaging and its cost follow the quotation; the reference coin unit price does not include packaging.

Around 3 mm (approximately 0.12 inch) is a common starting point; the planning template also lists 3.5 mm (approximately 0.14 inch) and 4 mm (approximately 0.16 inch) options. Suitable thickness depends on material, relief, edge details and the weight you want. Relief height is a separate specification and should not be confused with overall coin thickness. A thicker coin uses more material and can increase shipping weight. We review the full specification before confirming thickness.

Yes. C-Creation offers 999 Silver for custom challenge coins, with a minimum order quantity of 1 piece. Share the dimensions, design and quantity for a quotation. We can provide samples for material purity testing at your request. Silver coin pricing follows the daily quotation because precious-metal prices fluctuate.

Yes. C-Creation offers 999 Copper for custom challenge coins. Include the dimensions, artwork, finish and quantity in your enquiry. We can provide samples for material purity testing at your request. A copper-coloured finish describes appearance and should not be confused with the base material.

Glow-in-the-dark and glitter are listed in C-Creation’s coin planning options. Mark the areas where you want the effect so we can review compatibility with the artwork and finish. Ask to see the agreed effect on a sample when appearance is important. The final result should be assessed under the intended viewing conditions rather than from a screen image alone.

The manufacturing route is selected around the approved material, shape, relief and finish. Brass, copper and selected precious-metal coins can use die-struck or minted processes for crisp traditional detail. Zinc alloy is well suited to die casting, deep 3D relief, larger formats, custom outlines and cut-outs. A typical production sequence: • Production artwork: Confirm dimensions, front and back design, relief, colour, plating, edge, individual data and packaging. • Mold and tooling: Create the tooling required for the approved structure. • Forming: Strike, mint or cast the coin, then trim, cut out and deburr the metal. • Surface preparation: Polish, sandblast or texture the required areas. • Finishing: Apply plating, antique treatment, dual plating or other approved metal finishes. • Colour and details: Add soft enamel, hard enamel, printed colour, laser engraving, numbering or QR codes. • Assembly: Fit spinners, bottle-opener structures or other approved components when required. • Inspection and packing: Check the specification, appearance, function, quantity and packaging before shipment.

The best process depends on the artwork, required feel, quantity, budget and delivery date. Common routes include: • Die struck or minted: Suitable for classic coin construction, controlled 2D relief and crisp metal detail. • Die-cast zinc alloy: Useful for deep 3D relief, larger sizes, irregular shapes, cut-outs and complex structures. • Soft enamel: Colour sits below the raised metal lines, creating a tactile surface. • Hard enamel: Colour is finished closer to the metal level for a smoother, polished surface. • Antique or no-colour finish: Emphasises relief, recessed areas and traditional character. • UV printing: Reproduces gradients, photographs and fine multicolour artwork that enamel cannot separate cleanly. • Polishing, sandblasting, texture and dual plating: Create contrast between selected areas without changing the core artwork. • Engraving and variable data: Add names, dates, sequential numbers, codes or QR information. We review the design as a complete system and recommend a practical combination of material, forming method, relief, colour and finish before quotation.

Your custom coins are made in China through production partners selected for the approved material, relief and finishing process. Our Foshan team coordinates artwork, sampling, production, inspection, packaging and international delivery.

Weight is determined by diameter, thickness, material, shape, relief, cut-outs and any moving or functional parts. A thicker or larger coin usually feels more substantial, but weight should also suit the intended use, packaging and shipping budget. As a rough reference for conventional metal coins around 3 mm (approximately 0.12 inch) thick: • A 38.1 mm (1.5 inch) coin may weigh about 1 oz / 28 g. • A 44.45 mm (1.75 inch) coin may weigh about 1–1.5 oz / 28–43 g. • A 50.8 mm (2 inch) or larger coin may weigh 1.5 oz / 43 g or more. These are planning estimates. Brass and copper are generally denser than zinc alloy, while cut-outs, recessed areas and hollow structures reduce weight. We provide an estimated weight after the dimensions and construction are defined and confirm the actual feel on the physical sample when required.

Quality means the finished coin matches the approved artwork and sample, functions correctly and remains suitable for its intended use. Key inspection points: • Artwork clarity: Text, logos and fine lines are readable at the finished size. • Dimensions and alignment: Diameter, thickness, outline and front-to-back orientation match the specification. • Relief and edges: Raised and recessed details are crisp, with no unwanted burrs or sharp areas. • Plating and surface: The finish is even, with the intended contrast and no obvious bare spots, bubbles, stains or unintended scratches. • Colour: Enamel or printing is clean, correctly positioned and reasonably matched to the approved colour reference. • Function: Spinners, openers, moving parts and fitted components operate as approved. • Personalisation: Names, numbering, codes and QR data follow the final list and remain legible or scannable. • Packaging and quantity: Coins are protected, packed in the approved presentation and counted correctly. Material choice and process should be judged against the design goal. For example, soft enamel has intentional recessed colour, while hard enamel is smoother. The approved physical sample provides the clearest quality benchmark for bulk production.

UV-printed coins use digitally applied ink that is cured onto the prepared coin surface with ultraviolet light. This process can reproduce gradients, photographs, illustrations, small colour transitions and complex multicolour artwork that would be difficult to separate into enamel areas. UV printing can cover selected areas or work together with metal relief, plating and enamel. It creates a printed visual layer rather than the recessed tactile colour of soft enamel or the smooth filled surface of hard enamel. Artwork resolution, contrast, base plating and protective surface treatment all affect the result. For projects where colour accuracy or very fine detail is critical, we recommend confirming the print on a physical sample before bulk production.

Sustainability requirements should be considered across the product, packaging and delivery plan. Available options depend on the approved design, quantity, destination and production route. We can evaluate: • Durable materials and finishes that extend the useful life of the coin. • Supplier routes using compliant plating and controlled production processes. • Right-sized packaging, reduced plastic, recyclable paper components and reusable presentation boxes. • Fewer unnecessary layers, accessories and mixed materials. • Consolidated shipments, sea freight or other delivery plans that can reduce air-freight use when the schedule allows. Tell us which environmental standard, restricted-substance requirement, packaging target or documentation your organisation needs before quotation. We will check the available material, finish, testing and logistics options for that specific project rather than making a general sustainability claim.

C-Creation replies within 12 hours and provides the first design draft within 24 hours, counting time only on working days. After the production design files are approved, sampling takes 7 working days. Bulk production takes 15 working days after sample approval. Production lead times are counted in working days. Shipping is scheduled separately according to the quoted service and destination, so the arrival date also depends on transport and import processing.

Sampling takes 7 working days after you approve the production design files. Once the order is confirmed and the mould fee is paid, we provide 2–3 free samples for approval, with no additional sample fee.

Bulk production takes 15 working days after sample approval. Rush bulk production takes 10 working days counted from the day the sample is approved, excluding sampling, with a surcharge of 20% of the total order amount.* If you choose to skip sampling, confirm the production start date with our team. Shipping is scheduled separately. * Price information is based on June 2026 reference levels. Actual prices may rise or fall with raw material prices. Please request a quotation to confirm current pricing.

Yes. Once the order is confirmed and the mould fee is paid, we provide 2–3 free samples for approval, with no additional sample fee. Samples are produced within 7 working days after approval of the production design files. Review dimensions, relief, colour, finish and other agreed details before approving bulk production. Bulk production takes 15 working days after sample approval.

Yes. Rush bulk production takes 10 working days, counted from the day you approve the sample, and carries a surcharge of 20% of the total order amount.* Sampling is not included in those 10 working days. If you choose to skip sampling to save time, we can proceed directly to bulk production; confirm the production start date with our team. Shipping and import processing are separate from the production schedule. * Price information is based on June 2026 reference levels. Actual prices may rise or fall with raw material prices. Please request a quotation to confirm current pricing.

C-Creation offers custom .999 fine silver and .999 pure copper coins. Share your artwork, quantity, weight or dimensions, relief and finish preferences so our team can review the suitable minting or manufacturing route, sampling and packaging.

Minted coins are struck using dies to form the design in metal. Cast coins are formed in moulds, a route suited to complex zinc alloy shapes. The best production method depends on the material, shape and relief; confirm the route with the approved specification.

Send your artwork or idea, quantity, preferred material, weight or dimensions, relief, finish, packaging, delivery country and required date. For custom silver coin minting, include the preferred silver weight; for copper coin minting, specify dimensions and thickness. The quotation confirms the production method and applicable project charges.