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Customization   /   Surface Finishes

THE DETAILS MAKE THE DIFFERENCE

Give your design
a distinctive finish.

Metal tones, enamel colors, and thoughtful details.
Explore the options for your custom pins, medals, and commemorative coins.

01 / METAL COLORS & FINISHES

Start with the metal.

Compare the tone and shine alongside your artwork. Choose a bright, understated, antique, or contrasting finish.

Gold metal finish on an HDB sample coin

Gold

Silver metal finish on an HDB sample coin

Silver

Nickel metal finish on an HDB sample coin

Nickel

Brass metal finish on an HDB sample coin

Brass

Copper metal finish on an HDB sample coin

Copper

Black nickel metal finish on an HDB sample coin

Black Nickel

Antique gold metal finish on an HDB sample coin

Antique Gold

Antique silver metal finish on an HDB sample coin

Antique Silver

Antique nickel metal finish on an HDB sample coin

Antique Nickel

Antique copper metal finish on an HDB sample coin

Antique Copper

Antique brass metal finish on an HDB sample coin

Antique Brass

Matte copper metal finish on an HDB sample coin

Matte Copper

Matte gold metal finish on an HDB sample coin

Matte Gold

Matte silver metal finish on an HDB sample coin

Matte Silver

Matte nickel metal finish on an HDB sample coin

Matte Nickel

Rainbow iridescent metal finish on an HDB sample coin

Rainbow / Iridescent

Two-tone gold and silver-colored metal finish on an HDB sample coin

Two-Tone / Dual Plated

Solid black-colored metal finish on an HDB sample coin

Dyed Metal (Black)

GOOD TO KNOW

Metal color describes the surface, not the base material. Black-colored metal and black nickel are separate options. Confirm the final appearance with a sample.

02 / COLOR & PRINT

Bring the artwork to life.

Choose how the colored areas sit against the metal, then consider the detail and surface feel.

Soft enamel coin with recessed color fill and raised metal lines

TEXTURED FACE

Soft Enamel

Recessed color fill and raised metal lines give the face a defined texture.

Hard enamel coin with a smooth polished face

SMOOTH FACE

Hard Enamel

Color fill polished approximately level with the metal lines creates an even face.

Translucent enamel coin showing the metal pattern beneath the color

VISIBLE METAL DETAIL

Translucent Enamel

Show the metal detail beneath translucent color. Review the fill and metal tone together.

Color where you want it.

Choose the fill for each face.

No Color

One Side

Both Sides

Printed blue HDB logo on a white coin face with a silver-colored rim

FINE ARTWORK

Printed Details

Photographs, gradients, and selected fine details can use a printed approach. The method is reviewed for the artwork and product.

Clear epoxy covering over a blue and white HDB logo coin

SURFACE FEEL

Clear Epoxy

A clear covering changes the surface feel and shine. Discuss the coverage and profile with your design.

Soft and hard enamel comparisons refer to surfaces without an added clear topcoat. Specific combinations are reviewed for the product.

03 / COIN EDGE & BORDER STYLES

A finishing touch,
all around.

Frame your coin with a simple edge or a decorative pattern. Specify the front border, back border, or sidewall.

Standard edge detail on an HDB commemorative coin

Standard Edge

A smooth, unpatterned edge.

Rope edge detail on an HDB commemorative coin

Rope Edge

A rope-like pattern around the coin face.

Cross cut edge detail on an HDB commemorative coin

Cross Cut Edge

Intersecting facets catch the light.

Wave cut edge detail on an HDB commemorative coin

Wave Cut Edge

A wave-like border pattern.

Slash cut edge detail on an HDB commemorative coin

Slash Cut Edge

Repeated curved notches shape the border.

Oblique cut edge detail on an HDB commemorative coin

Oblique Cut Edge

Angled cuts form a directional pattern.

Reeded edge detail on an HDB commemorative coin

Reeded Edge

Repeated grooves along the coin sidewall.

NOT SURE?

Show us
your reference.

Share a close-up to clarify the pattern and position.

Edge names can vary. Share a close-up reference and confirm the pattern, position, and dimensions together.

04 / PERSONALIZED DESIGN DETAILS

Make it your own.

Plan the structure and personal details alongside the finish. Include their position in your artwork.

Antique-colored nautical coin with raised sailing ship relief and cutout details

01

3D Relief

Sculpted contours for rounded depth.

02

Cutouts

Open spaces within the design.

03

Custom Shapes

An outline built around your theme.

04

Engraved Text

Names, dates, or a short message.

05

Sequential Numbering

A defined number sequence for individual pieces.

06

Bottle Opener

A functional opening planned with the structure.

LET’S WORK ON THE DETAILS

Have a finish in mind?

Share your artwork, preferred effects, size, and quantity.
We’ll help you review the combination.