Personalised products to mark special occasions, landmark events or even just add that personal touch.

Ever thought of the perfect gift for someone in your life, but been unable to find the product that is truly unique and suits the individual’s personality?  Merit has set about combining our knowledge of die stamped products and printing techniques to produce genuinely bespoke products that you can tweak to suit any individual. To find out more take a look at https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/Merit12?ref=shop_profile&listing_id=4342530627

1. The appeal of the Collectible Coin

  Coin collecting is one of the oldest hobbies and pastimes on record.  The Roman Emperor Augustus liked to give inspirational coins to his friends, and he is not alone in being a historically well-known figure with the coin collecting hobby.  From the 15^th century onward, coin collecting was reserved for the wealthy, who could afford to employ specialists to scout Europe and Asia for the most significant coins.  The Victorian years saw the creation of many numismatic societies, and this helped to bring the hobby to the masses. By the 21st century, coins were an accepted form of investment and gold, and silver coins have become stable investments in uncertain economies.

  Coin production involves stamping a coin blank between an upper and lower set of dies to create a double-sided coin with a design on each side.  This is a skilled process, as the dies need to be lined up correctly on the press to ensure that the coin design is centred and the coin rim is consistent.  Experienced technicians determine the correct tonnage and number of press strokes to create the perfect stamped coins.  Designing and manufacturing the dies is expensive and requires maintenance, particularly over long stamping runs.  To this end, Merit have developed a stock coin to enable you to print or engrave your very own, bespoke coin design without the traditional costs and time delays.

2. Our 38.6mm Custom coin

  We have created a custom coin to reflect your message—clearly, cleanly, and in metal. Whether you’re marking a company milestone, commemorating an event, or building branded merchandise, our 38.6mm precision-struck coin offers a versatile platform with a premium finish.  The 38.6mm diameter is significant as it matches the size of a crown coin.  Crown coins are a British denomination of coinage, historically valued at five shillings (or 60 old pence), and are now primarily known as commemorative coins with a face value of £5. They were first issued in the reign of Edward VI. The modern £5 crown is derived from the pre-decimal crown and is frequently used to mark significant events, making this the perfect sized coin for medals, awards and collectible use.    We produce each coin in-house, giving you full control over the outcome. Choose from gold, silver, antique or copper plating, and add your own custom artwork, text, or logo. Go double-sided, mix finishes, or combine print and engraving to suit your vision.  It’s a professional-grade format, designed for flexibility – available in low volumes with fast lead times. Ideal for corporate recognition, event tokens, product inserts, awards, and collector ranges.  If you’re looking to create something tangible that people remember and hold onto, this is the perfect product. Visit our website to find out more at https://meritbadge.co.uk/personalised-coin/

3. Landmark coins – Commemorating a special occasion

  To commemorate a special occasion with a durable, printed product which won’t fade over time, simply provide us with a few details and an image.  Our experienced design team will edit your artwork to create the perfect template to fit the 38.6mm crown coin. To ensure the highest print standards our print technicians use jigs specifically designed to hold the coin to be printed.  This enables the print registration to be lined up quickly and efficiently and is conducive to repetitive registration accuracy.  We use eco-friendly, UV inks that comply with stringent testing for low volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions.  The technicians in our onsite print facility have over ten years of experience using digital UV printers and have developed methods to ensure durability and quality when printing to metal substrates like coins.  Below are examples of coins stamped and plated in various finishes with UV ink personalisation to celebrate the births of children. To find out more visit Personalised Keepsake Coin, Memorial Pocket Keepsake, Newborn Gift Favour – Keepsake Gift With Baby Born Details – Etsy UK

Conversely, here are examples of wedding anniversary coins featuring photos of the big day on one side of the coin and the couples still together all these years later, on the other side. You can find these at Personalised Keepsake Coin, Memorial Pocket Keepsake, Wedding Favour – Keepsake Gift, Wedding Day or Anniversary Keepsake – Etsy UK

4. Memorial Coins – Celebrating the life of a friend

  This product is not solely for celebrating special landmarks but also can be developed as a memorial token to help bring comfort to those going through difficult times.  For example, the death of a beloved family pet. Find out more at Personalised Memorial Pet Coin, Memorial Pocket Keepsake, Passing Best Friend Gift Favour – Keepsake Gift With Loved Pet Details – Etsy UK

5. Novelty coins – Helping to make decisions

  Another alternative use for the product is as a decision-making coin.  The coin is personalised with the names chosen by the consumer, with one name placed on either side of the coin.  The coin is then flipped to decide whose turn it is to carry out a task or make a decision. Get your own at Personalised Name Decision Coin, Jobs Around the House Decision Maker, Custom Flipping Coin, Couples Flip Coin – Gifts for Her/him – Etsy UK

  In no way is this a definitive list of coin products.  You can specify exactly what you would like to appear on your coin, and we will produce custom digital artwork.  Using graphics editing software our skilled digital artists can create artwork to fit your requirements.

Conclusion: Looking for a custom coin that you can truly personalise?  This 38.6mm metal coin is built for flexibility and is ready to become a branded giveaway, a commemorative token, or a personalised award. Whether you’re marking a milestone, building out a retail line, or launching something memorable, this is your base.  Offered in multiple finishes, with low minimums and short lead times, you can print, plate or engrave—it’s your choice.  Use one side. Use both. We keep it simple and scalable.

FAQ’s:

1. What materials are used in the production of the personalised coins?

We use base metals plated with your choice of finish, gold, silver, antique or copper plating.  We use ECO UV ink, which is durable and scratch resistant, while also providing strong adhesion to the metal substrate.

2. How long does the production process take?

The timeline varies depending on the complexity of the design and quantity, but the current production turnaround is three days.

3. Can these techniques be applied to other products?

Yes, we offer printed and engraved golf markers, sobriety coins, cufflinks, keyrings and medals.  Let us know what you want to personalise, and we’ll be happy to help.