One thing we’ve learned over our years in this business is that it’s really easy to design great looking custom coins. A little creativity goes a long way, and we have many, many satisfied customers to prove it.
We’ve also discovered that there are some common mistakes in coin design that are easy to avoid, if you know what to look for. Being aware of these few simple things will ensure your custom challenge coins will be something you can give, carry or display proudly.
Number one – double check the spelling, grammar and word choice for your design. Remember, we work with you every step of the way to help you develop the perfect custom coins for you. That’s why we send you a free digital proof for your review before you finalize your order. You can revise your design as many times as you want. But be aware that once you give your final approval, we will produce your design exactly as it appears on the proof you approve.
That means if you approve a misspelled or grammatically incorrect word, your coin will be produced that way. Check to be sure before you give us that final OK.
Coin size is another common concern. You want your coin big enough to showcase your design properly. While coins typically range from 1.5” to 2” and more, the most popular size is 1.75.” Really, it’s all about the level of detail your design needs. The smaller the coin, the less room for you have for extensive detail.
Especially with text, legibility is a function of coin size. Don’t crowd your message into too small a space. Our experienced artists will be glad to help you find the perfect size for your specific coin design and budget.
By the way, when we talk about detail, consider having highly detailed elements, and less in the overall design. For example, have plenty of detail and color in your main logo or image, and simplify (or eliminate) peripheral images around it.
The bottom line is that you want your design to be attractive and legible to get your point across. Consider how every element of it works together to create exactly the image you want.
Once again, we’ll stress the importance of a thorough review before you sign off on the final approval before production. Make sure any text is readable, any typos are taken care of, and the images are correct and in the right position.
As we said above, it’s not hard to create wonderful looking coin designs. With a little attention to detail, you can have challenge coins the recipients will be proud to carry and display.
Want to find out more? Call or email us, or fill out our no-obligation free quote form. We’re dedicated to providing you with first-rate coins, low wholesale pricing and outstanding customer service!