[ Quality ]
How can I tell if a custom coin is good quality?
The quality of a coin is determined by the aspects of design, craftsmanship, and materials.
Design execution:
● Clarity: The artwork, including any text and patterns, should be clear and easy to read on the coin.
● Color matching: The colors on a well-made coin should be consistent with the theme of the coin itself.
Manufacturing process:
●Strike: The stamping on the coin should be consistent and should include crisp design elements. Multiple stamping will affect production and is not recommended.
●Luster: The coin can have a metallic luster causing an exquisite and high-end result.
●Free from damage: Check whether the product itself has any defects and errors, such as scratches, eccentric stamping, etc. These defects or errors, if any, can potentially affect the aesthetic of the coin.
Material choice:
●Metal Selection: Coins are typically made from durable and suitable metals such as zinc, brass, etc. Different metals have different properties that will result in different feels, weights, and presentation of the coin.
●Plating Options: Does the metal plating on the coin's surface compliment the design?
●Quality of enamel: If the coin is enamel-coated, consider whether it is soft enamel or hard enamel. Soft enamel creates a textured surface, while hard enamel creates a smooth, polished surface.