Custom Coins

Coins are made using these four metals:

• Bronze: The strongest of base metal used in manufacturing coins.
• Brass: Strong like brass but offer better detailing.
• Copper: This metal is the best option when 3D sculpting is needed.
• Zinc: This alloy can be used when your custom coin requires small details and cut outs.

casting coins from zinc: Zinc coins are made by filling a mold with molten material. Casting shows off unique detailing and textures, making it a great option for images needing sculpted look. Casted coins tend to be lighter, and as a result, more cost-effective pricing.

All metals allow for enameling, epoxy, engraving and diamond cut edges.

Custom coins are made using bronze, brass and copper metals. Most coins are made for companies looking to commemorate an event or made into challenge coins for the military and for law enforcement. Which metal is the most used? Bronze and brass coins are the most common of all manufactured coins as they are heavier. Brass is a little softer of a metal and allows for better details of any logo. Coins made from copper, are the best choice for design details that require the best quality and a three dimensional and sculpted look.

The process of making coins:

Unlock your creativity and let us bring your custom coins to life! Our expert team of artists are here to help – just share with them your vision for a personalized coin, selecting options such as size, shape, color and engraving. We’ll send you an artwork proof in no time so that within 10-15 business days after approval - voila! Your own unique design will arrive at the door ready to be admired by all. The journey starts now...take those first steps towards creating something special today! Customized coin options and techniques

• Minting is a process that hydraulically presses your image into the metal, unlike stamping or die-striking. This approach creates a mirror-like surface without the imperfections of other techniques.
• 2D images have two layers with a background and a raised surface, making them ideal for silhouettes. This style is thinner and lighter, which also means it has a lower price point.
• 3D images look sculpted and include a level of detail that isn’t possible in two-dimensions. This style can accommodate raised and recessed areas and curves that make it perfect for logos with your favorite people, animals, and landscapes.
• Diamond-Cut Edges come in wave cuts and rope styles. We have the largest selection of edge selections.
• Engraving: We can engrave serial numbers, words, or phrases. You can also engrave the rim for a custom service marking.

Popular Coin Sizes:

The favorite size coin for most companies is 1.75" Coins can be made into any customized shape and can be minted on one or two side using a standard die striking press or they can be minted using a hydraulic press that allows for a mirror finish. Here are the three most manufactured coin sizes.

• 1.5"
• 1.75"
• 2"

Adding Enamel Color

Enameling is the perfect way to enhance your art while still maintaining logos. We offer soft and hard enamel and cloisonne for different types of designs.

Soft Enamel: By filling the recessed areas of your design while leaving the metal edges raised. We have a wide range of colors and textures, so you are only limited by your imagination

Hard Enamel: One of the highest quality options we offer, it's smooth to the touch and has a durable finish.

Plating Coins

Plating and epoxy give your coins different finishes and colors. The plating you choose can change the look and feel of your design. Epoxy protects and preserves your product. It can be applied in varied thicknesses, from a thin protective layer to a thick domed layer. Include epoxy finish to help prevent scratching, fading, and tarnish. We feature several different options:

• Antique Plating: Our antique finishes are available in our most popular plating colors, including antique copper, bronze, and silver.
• Shiny plating is a brilliant layer over the base metal and can be done in gold, copper, silver, and black.

Dual Plating: Created by adding a secondary metal finish, dual plated designs are commonly ordered when they require military emblems, three-dimensional areas, and recessed areas. This option is available on any of our products, and although the application of the additional plating adds a few days to the order, the result is extraordinary.

Custom Shaped Coins

Is your design extra special? Our skilled artists are here to bring it to life with a one-of-a kind, personalized custom shape coin! Crafted from brass or bronze and tailored exactly how you envision - our team can create any 3D form or arching outlines. For an elevated experience we also have the option of applying spot epoxy on certain colors while leaving some without. Who doesn't love added functionality? Create something truly unique by having us turn make your specialty shape into a bottle opener as well! Contact us today begin bringing your vision alive through minted coins like never before seen.

Adding texture is an excellent way to create dimension and contrast. We offer 12 texture options for a variety of backgrounds.

Textures include sandblasting, checkerboard patterns, and more. Work with one of our talented designers to pick which style is best for your artwork.

Customized coin prices depend on the type of metal you choose. Adding elements like soft or hard enamel can also affect the pricing for your project. Basic designs cost between $3 – $4 each, and mold charges are priced per size based on how many coins they will be made into. Pricing includes additional options such as antique bronze in 2D with two sides of enamel color.

The Monterey Company has been manufacturing and minting coins for three decades. We create coins for companies looking to do business in a quality, cost-effective manner with an unrivaled level of service. Depending on your budget and time frame, we are able to manufacture domestically or overseas - both options coming at the highest degree of quality you can expect from any company offering coin production services. Requesting samples is usually the first step so that you can see firsthand what kind of workmanship goes into our products; this will also allow us to determine how best suit your needs as well!