Custom metal coins from Ultimate Promotions are built for organizations that want a timeless, all-metal look that is clean, weighty, and designed to last. Whether you need a military unit coin, a corporate recognition piece, a commemorative keepsake, or a collector series token, the 1-sided metal coin delivers exactly that kind of quality without overcomplicating the design. As a trusted custom metal coin supplier with over 50 years of experience, we have worked with more than 25,000 organizations across the USA and Canada, delivering custom coins to a consistent quality standard since 1971.Â
Custom metal coins start with a low minimum order. Orders of 50 pieces or more qualify for free shipping. From government agencies and military units to corporate recognition programs and event organizers, we supply 1-sided metal coins that carry real weight, sharp detail, and a professional finish at a price point that makes them genuinely accessible no matter the size of your program.Â
When you hold a 1-sided metal coin, you notice it immediately. The brass base gives it density. The die-struck relief on the front face gives it depth and definition. The antique or shiny plating finish brings every raised line and recessed area into sharp contrast. That combination of tactile quality and visual clarity is exactly why custom metal coins have been a standard for recognition, tradition, and commemoration across North America for decades.Â
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What Are 1-Sided Metal Coins?
A 1-sided metal coin is a die-struck brass coin with a fully custom design pressed into the front face and a clean, plain reverse. There is no enamel fill. No color. The entire design is expressed through the contrast of raised metal and recessed detail, and that is exactly what gives these metal coins their character.
How They're Made
During production, a precision steel die is created from your approved artwork. The die is pressed into a brass blank under high pressure, producing sharp, clean relief across the front face. Raised borders, recessed backgrounds, fine text, crests, and insignia all depend on the quality of that die strike to come through clearly in the finished coin. Once the blank is struck, it is electroplated in your chosen finish and then polished to bring the contrast between raised and recessed areas forward.
What Makes Them Distinctive
The result is a coin where the design lives entirely in the metal itself. Raised areas catch the light. Recessed areas sit in shadow. With antique finishes like gold, silver, or copper, the depth and dimension of a well-struck crest or emblem come through in a way that feels considered and purposeful, not decorative. Shiny finishes give the coin a bright, polished surface that holds its own in any setting.
Why They Are Used
That all-metal surface and the weight of a solid brass base are what make custom metal coins so satisfying to hold and display. This is why they have remained the standard for personalized challenge coins, unit pieces, and institutional recognition across North America for generations.
Why Choose Custom Metal Coins?
Custom metal coins deliver something no enamel alternative can match; a clean, all-metal look that reads as genuinely premium without depending on color to make the design land. When the front face carries the full design and the coin needs to feel classic, restrained, and built to last, the 1-sided metal coin is the right call. Here is what sets it apart:
Custom Design on the Front Face
Your full artwork, logo, crest, insignia, unit emblem, or any design that represents what the custom metal coin stands for goes on the front face. The reverse stays clean and plain, letting the front do all the work. One die, one strong design, one lasting piece.
All-Metal Finish, No Enamel
The design is brought to life entirely through the relief of the metal and the plating finish. No enamel fill, no color. Raised areas catch the light, and recessed areas sit in shadow, giving the coin a refined, classic look that holds up for years without fading or surface wear.
Antique and Shiny Finish Options
Shiny gold and shiny silver deliver a bright, polished surface. Antique finishes like gold, silver, and copper are selectively burnished to deepen the recessed areas and bring the raised detail forward. Antique finishes in particular suit crests, insignia, and fine engraved coins, especially well. Both directions are available on every order.
Solid Brass Base
Every 1-sided metal coin is struck from a brass blank. The brass gives the coin the weight and density that makes custom metal coins feel substantial and worth keeping. It takes the die strike cleanly and holds the detail well across years of handling.
Five Standard Sizes
Available from 1 inch to 2 inches, five size options give you the flexibility to match the coin to the complexity of your design and the occasion it represents.
Free Artwork and Free Proofs
Your design is developed and proofed at no cost, with up to 5 proofs included free; additional proofs beyond that are $5 each.
Low Minimum Order
Starting from a low minimum order per design, custom metal coins are genuinely accessible for small recognition programs, departmental orders, and limited collector runs, not just large institutional supply chains.
Lower Mold Cost Than 2 Sides
The 1-sided metal coin requires only one die, which means the mold cost is lower than a 2-sided coin. If your design is strong on the front and the reverse can stay plain, this is both the right aesthetic choice and the more cost-effective one.
Extras Available
Edge options, clear protective cases, UV printing, and 3D elements are available as add-ons for orders that need something beyond the standard finish.
1-Sided Metal Coin vs. 1-Sided Enamel Coin: Key Differences
Both styles are produced on a brass base with a custom design on the front face and a plain reverse. Where they differ is how the design is expressed on the surface, and that difference shapes the look, the feel, and the right application for each. Here is a direct comparison:
| Feature | 1-Sided metal Coin | 1-Sided Enamel Coin |
|---|---|---|
| Design Surface | Front face, custom design | Front face, custom design |
| Color Fill | None, all-metal finish only | Yes, hand-filled enamel color |
| Visual Style | Clean relief, raised and recessed metal | Bold color blocks framed by raised metal lines |
| Best For | Classic, restrained, timeless pieces | Designs that rely on color to read clearly |
| Finish Options | Shiny or antique | Shiny or antique with enamel fill |
| Surface Texture | Dimensional relief, raised and recessed | Recessed enamel framed by raised metal borders |
| Mold Required | 1 die | 1 die |
| Mold Fee | $50–$130 depending on size | $50–$130 depending on size |
| MOQ | Low minimum order | Low minimum order |
| Free Shipping | 50 pieces or more | 50 pieces or more |
| Production Time | 12–15 business days | 12–15 business days |
| Transit Time | 3–5 business days | 3–5 business days |
| Add-Ons | Clear protective coin cases, UV printing for specialty effects, 3D raised or recessed elements, custom packaging and display options available on request | Clear protective coin cases, UV printing for specialty effects, 3D raised or recessed elements, custom packaging and display options available on request |
The 1-sided metal coin is the right choice when the design is strong in relief and the all-metal look is exactly what you are after. The 1-sided enamel coin is the right choice when your design depends on color to communicate clearly, such as a multi-color logo, a flag, or a design with fine color detail that would be lost in metal relief alone. If you need custom coins with a fully custom design on both faces, the 2-sided metal coin gives you that.
From Artwork to Delivery: How to Order Custom Metal Coins
As your custom metal coin supplier, Ultimate Promotions has been managing this process for organizations across the USA and Canada since 1971. Here is exactly how it works, from your first submission to delivery at your door:
Send Your Design
Upload your artwork, logo, crest, unit insignia, or any reference you have. Rough concept or low-resolution file, our team develops production-ready artwork from what you provide at no extra charge. Any file format is accepted.
Receive Your Free Proof
Within 24 to 48 hours, you will receive a free digital proof showing the full coin layout, design placement, finish selection, size, edge option, and any add-ons, all confirmed before any production begins.
Request Unlimited Revisions
Revisions are unlimited before the die is produced. You stay in full control until you are completely satisfied. Production on your custom metal coins only begins once you give written approval. Up to 5 proofs are included free; additional proofs are $5 each.
Die Production and Striking
A precision steel die is produced from your approved artwork. Brass blanks are struck under high pressure, creating fully formed coin bodies with all design details in sharp, clean relief on the front face.
Plating and Finishing
Each coin is plated in your selected finish like shiny gold, shiny silver, antique gold, antique silver, antique copper, black nickel, or another available option. Shiny finishes are polished to a bright, reflective surface. Antique finishes are selectively burnished to bring the raised detail forward and deepen the recessed areas.
Edging
Selected edge treatments like plain, rope, or cut are applied to complete the profile of each coin.
Quality Inspection
Every single coin is individually checked for design sharpness, plating consistency, surface quality, and edge finish before packing. No batch sampling; every coin in every order.
Pack and Ship
Each custom metal coin is individually polybag-packed to protect the finish during transit and shipped with full tracking to your address in the USA or Canada.
Why Organizations Across North America Choose Ultimate Promotions
Since 1971, Ultimate Promotions has been supplying custom metal coins, lapel pins, medals, patches, and branded items to over 25,000 organizations across the USA and Canada. Whether it is a low minimum order of custom coins or several thousand, the approach and quality standards stay the same.
Over 50 Years of Supply Expertise
As a custom metal coin supplier since 1971, we have built trusted production partnerships over five decades. Every order is handled by a team that knows this process from first proof to final delivery.
Free Design Development
If your artwork needs vectorizing, adapting, or building from scratch, our in-house team. You get production-ready artwork without paying a separate design fee, with up to 5 proofs included free; additional proofs beyond that are $5 each.
Manual Quality Control on Every Order
Every personalized metal coin is individually inspected for design sharpness, plating consistency, surface quality, and edge finish before it ships. No batch sampling; every coin, every order.
Government and Institutional Approved Supplier
Ultimate Promotions holds approved supplier status with federal, provincial, and municipal clients across the USA and Canada. The same standards that satisfy institutional procurement requirements apply to every order we fulfill.
Transparent, No-Surprise Pricing
The quote you receive reflects the actual cost of your order. No hidden fees and no surprises at the invoice stage.
Full North American Coverage
Reliable tracked shipping to the USA and Canada on all qualifying orders, with free shipping included on all orders of 50 pieces or more.
Custom Metal Coin Pricing and Bulk Order Discounts
The cost of custom metal coins is based on coin size, quantity, chosen finish, and any add-ons such as edging, protective cases, or specialty printing. A one-time mold fee applies and is calculated based on the selected size. One die is required for a 1-sided metal coin, which keeps the mold cost lower than a 2-sided option. The mold stays valid for three years from the date of the first order. Reorders of the same custom coin design within that window do not require a new mold fee, making recurring recognition programs and annual campaigns much more cost-effective after the first run.
Bulk pricing applies to all orders, with the per-unit price decreasing as quantity increases. Ordering custom metal coins in larger runs consistently brings the per-piece cost down to a more competitive level, making large-scale distribution genuinely affordable.
Get Your Custom Metal Coins Today
When the design is clean, when one strong face is all you need, and when the contrast of raised metal under a quality finish is exactly the look you are after, the 1-sided metal coin delivers results that hold their own for years. The brass base gives you weight and density. The die strike gives you sharp, lasting detail on the front face. The antique or shiny finish gives you a professional, timeless surface that requires nothing more to make an impact.
Whether you need a low minimum order of custom metal coins for a small team recognition program or several thousand for a large institutional or commemorative campaign, Ultimate Promotions has the experience and supply network to deliver to your specification, with the same quality standards and personal attention on every single order.
Get a quote today. Share your design, the size you have in mind, your preferred finish, and the quantity you need. Our team will come back with accurate pricing, bulk discount tiers, and free proof so you see exactly what you are getting before production begins. You can also explore our 1-sided enamel coin if your design depends on color to read clearly, or our 2-sided metal coin if you need a fully custom design on both faces, or browse our full range of custom awards and medals.
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Get a Free QuoteFrequently Asked Questions About Custom Metal Coins
A 1-sided metal coin is a die-struck brass coin with a fully custom design on the front face and a clean, plain reverse. There is no enamel fill; the design is expressed entirely through the contrast of raised metal and recessed detail, finished in your chosen shiny or antique plating. As a custom metal coin supplier, Ultimate Promotions produces personalized metal coins with a low minimum order, and orders of 50 pieces or more qualify for free shipping.
The key difference is whether color is part of the design. A 1-sided metal coin carries the design entirely in the metal, raised and recessed relief with no color fill, finished in a shiny or antique plating. A 1-sided enamel coin adds hand-filled enamel color to the recessed areas of the design, making it the right choice when your artwork depends on color to communicate clearly. If you want a clean, all-metal look that reads as classic and timeless, the 1-sided metal coin is the right call. If your design has a multi-color logo or fine color detail that would be lost in metal relief alone, the 1-sided enamel coin is worth exploring.
Available finishes include Shiny Gold, Shiny Silver, Antique Gold, Antique Silver, Antique Copper, Black Nickel, and more. Shiny finishes produce a bright, reflective surface. Antique finishes are selectively burnished to deepen the recessed areas and bring the raised detail forward, which suits crests, insignia, and engraved coins especially well. Additional finishes are available on request.
We have a low minimum order, so small runs are welcome. Whether you need just a handful of coins for a recognition program or several thousand for a large institutional campaign, we can accommodate it. All orders qualify for free shipping to the USA and Canada.
Average production time is 12 to 15 business days from proof approval, followed by 3 to 5 business days in transit to the USA and Canada. We recommend placing your order at least 4 weeks before your event or distribution date to allow for the full timeline.
A one-time mold fee of typically around $50–$130 applies to all new designs and is calculated based on the selected coin size. One die is required for a 1-sided metal coin. The mold stays valid for three years from your first order date. Reorders of the same design within that window do not incur a new mold charge, making recurring recognition programs and annual campaigns much more cost-effective after the first run.
Yes. The front face of your 1-sided metal coin can carry any custom artwork, a unit crest, company logo, event emblem, organizational insignia, or any design that translates well to coin scale. Size options run from 1 inch to 2 inches across five standard sizes.
Yes. The brass base and die-struck relief give custom metal coins excellent durability. The plating finish holds up well through regular handling and display. Antique finishes in particular age gracefully with handling, deepening in character over time rather than showing wear. These are pieces built to last decades.
The standard reverse is plain. Simple engraved marks or light texture on the reverse are available as options. For orders that need more on the reverse, a date, a name, or an organizational mark, our team can advise on what is achievable at the proofing stage.
Vector formats (.ai, .pdf, and .eps) are preferred, as they give the sharpest production results. If you do not have a vector file, whether it is a JPG, PNG, or a hand-drawn sketch, our team handles all artwork development at no additional charge.
Ultimate Promotions has been supplying custom metal coins, personalized challenge coins, and promotional awards to organizations across the USA and Canada since 1971, over 50 years of consistent quality applied to every order regardless of size. Every order goes through manual quality inspection before shipping, artwork development is free of charge, and the quote you receive reflects the actual cost with no hidden fees. Trusted by over 25,000 organizations across North America, with approved supplier status for government and institutional clients.