Custom Coins

"We ordered some custom challenge coins for our best customers.
Trevor was easy to work with on the design, delivery was on time, and the coins are solid and high-quality.
Very impressed" - Devin


Origin of Coins

Origin of Coins

Did you know that custom coins date back to the 7th century BC?

How are Coins Made

How are Coins Made?

Made with different types of metals and plated for durability these coins are completely custom for your project.



Coin Options

Variety + Options

Everything from a wavy edges to black metal plating.

The Kingpins Difference

The Kingpins Difference

Why are we the best supplier for your custom coins and challenge coins?


Origins of Custom Coins

As early as the 7th century BC, custom coins have been in use

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History of the Metal Coin

No one is sure who created the first coin but there are many experts who all have different theories. Coins have been found from as early as 7th century BC and are believed to come from the ancient civilization of Lydia. Governments have been using coins as currency for centuries and in recent years modern technology has allowed coins to have multiple metals, better edging and sharp-looking designs.

Kingpins has faithfully supplied organizations with Custom Coins that meet the highest standards. We create custom made coins by using your insignia, or by helping you design something new.

Purpose of Custom Made Coins

More than just loose change, a custom made coin is a great metal souvenir for any event or accomplishment. KingPins works with you to create a custom coin that you can be proud to stamp your logo on. Our sales people will coast you through the process of finding a coin that works for you and our design staff will make your message stand out from your coin.

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How are Custom Coins Made?

This is the KingPins Difference:

The steps to make the coins are quite simple, and learn why KingPins works with you to create a coin worthy to be displayed in a trophy case or given to someone elite.

1.) Create a design that will work for a coin.

Here are a few things to consider:

  • We use a Pantone Colour Matching System to find the perfect match to your desired colours, and our preferred file type is vector.
  • A simpler design may work better, but we work with you, and we have a few options to accommodate complex designs: 3D is excellent if you have no colours but a lot of detail; off-set will allow for all the colours and details you want; and soft-enamel with a dome can also work for complex designs.
  • The edging of the coin (think beyond the basic edge; we offer quite a variety!), and if you want it single- or double-sided for your design.

We will always share our tips to ensure your coin will turn out amazing.

2.) There are no limits to the number of edits you can make to your design; we want it to be just as perfect as you do!

But commonly, we get the design right the first time around. Once you're happy, we're happy, and you'll sign off on the design. Now we do the rest of the work!

3.) We'll inspect the finished coins to ensure they're up to our quality.

Then we'll package them up and send them on their way. We'll keep you updated until the coins arrive at their destination. Our customers always appreciate our communication to ensure you don't feel lost or stuck in the dark until the coins arrive - that's the KingPins difference!

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Steps for Custom Coins

Custom Challenge Coins

ORIGIN

Throughout our time making custom coins, we have found challenge coins to be one of our more popular items. A challenge coin is a coin that bears a group’s emblem; these coins are given to members within an organization. Challenge coins are given to prove a person’s membership to the organization and act as proof if the person’s membership status is challenged.

Our custom coins are worthy of any collection and KingPins does this by using top-quality metals along with design technologies when creating custom coins. We do it all, everything from effortlessly guiding you through our design process to shipping your custom made coins to your doorstep.

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SIGNIFICANCE

Historians also dispute the origins of challenge coins, but many agree that the metal coins were created in the United States by the United States Army Air Service (the predecessor of the United States Air Force). In its early days the Air Service was full of pilots who worked daytime jobs and challenge coins were given for members of a squad to easily identify themselves.

"The Challenge" As the story goes, one must carry their challenge coin at all times. If one is "challenged" to show their coin and does not have it on them, they must either forfeit something or pay the price for its absence.

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Options

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Synthetic Stones
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Synthetic Stones

Ideal for Years of Service custom products. Allows the same product to be used for different levels of recognition. Available in Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Amethyst.

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Epoxy Dome
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Epoxy Dome

Protects your custom product with a durable clear finish. Provides a glossy professional coating for many custom products. Creates a perceived extra looking glass depth of the custom product.

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Key Chains
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Key Chains

Add a keychain attachment to your custom design. Gives the recipient an opportunity to view your logo every day and remind them of your service. Excellent trading and collector's item. An epoxy dome is used for extra protection.

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Cut-Outs (tooling)
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Cut-Outs (tooling)

May be required for complex designs with fine edges and details. Required for inside holes in custom products. Provides an extra dimension to the custom product. Gives a fine jewelry appearance for many products

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Plating

So many choices, Kingpins has a wide variety of plating available

Presentation Boxes
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Presentation Boxes

Whatever your choice for a custom product, Kingpins has the presentation box available for you.

Laser Printing
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Laser Printing

Laser Printing is used to clearly show intriqite and detailed designs.

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The KingPins Award Winning Difference!

Discover why we sell over 1 million custom pins, medals and badges each year.


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100% Satisfaction Guarantee

No, we cannot resell items that are returned. No weasel wording here! This is why we have had a BBB A+ rating for so long.


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Quickest Delivery

How do we ship your order? As soon as we receive your custom product, we inspect it and then ship it to you the same day. Your automatically receive tracking details!


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Best Design Tips

How do I make my design look the best it can be? Got an idea and don't know to make it work? Our art department can create a design for you quickly!


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Design Confidentiality

You've worked hard on creating your design. The last thing you want to see if a copycat. Copyrights and trademarks are strictly enforced.


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About Us

Since 1968 we have provided custom 100% Guaranteed products throughout North America.


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Artwork Guidelines

I have artwork for my design. How do I get it to you and what graphic formats are best?


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I'm Trevor

I'm Trevor Webster and I will be handling your order personally. Call 866.841.4560, or email me trevor.webster@kingpins.ca



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