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At Brand Element we make custom awards — medals, decorations and breast badges for military units, organisations, sporting events and companies. Relief, coloured enamel, 3D shapes, custom-designed ribbons and fitting cases turn an award into something people keep for years.
We will help develop the design, choose the metal, finish and ribbon, and prepare the awards for a formal presentation.
1. Send your design for a quote
2. Specify the quantity and size
3. Receive your invoice
4. Pay and get your order
Awards that matter
An award is recognition. It captures a heroic act, a victory, a contribution or an important date and keeps the memory alive for many years. That is why every detail matters to us — from the sharpness of the relief to the colour of the ribbon.
Custom awards are most often made for:
- military units, brigades and divisions — departmental and commemorative decorations;
- veteran and volunteer organisations — tokens of gratitude;
- government agencies, police and rescue services;
- sports competitions, marathons and races — participant and winner medals;
- companies — corporate awards for achievements and anniversaries;
- schools, clubs and communities.
Awards we make
- Medals and decorations with a ribbon bar — the classic format of military and departmental awards: the medal hangs from a ribbon-covered bar with a pin.
- Breast badges — shaped enamel badges with a screw or pin fitting.
- Sports medals with neck ribbons — for tournaments, competitions and corporate sports days.
- Finisher medals — bright, custom-shaped medals for marathons, runs and cycling events.
- 3D medals — sculpted relief for portraits, vehicles or complex scenes.
- Spinning medals — with a centre piece that rotates inside the frame.
- Anniversary and commemorative medals — for jubilees, milestones and special events.
Award finishing
The look of an award is shaped by technique and finishing:
- Relief — flat, multi-level or fully three-dimensional (3D) images.
- Coloured enamel — soft or hard, matched precisely to Pantone.
- Translucent enamel — a colour layer that lets the metal texture show through.
- Printing with epoxy — for photos, flags and gradients.
- Custom cut-outs — awards of any shape, including open elements.
- Rhinestones and crystals — for ceremonial and premium awards.
- Engraving and numbering — a name, date or serial number on each piece.
Ribbons and ribbon bars
The ribbon is an essential part of an award. We make it in your colours and with your design:
- Printed polyester ribbon — a versatile option for logos and lettering.
- Dye-sublimation printing — full-colour images and gradients without limits.
- Woven (jacquard) ribbon — the pattern is woven into the fabric for a premium look.
- Nylon ribbon — with a soft silky sheen.
- Double-layer ribbon — a base combined with a satin or woven overlay.
- Reflective ribbon — for sports events and running medals.
A standard neck ribbon for a medal is about 900 mm long and 20–25 mm wide, but length, width and material can all be customised. For ribbon-bar medals we match the ribbon to the colours of your unit or organisation.
Metal finishes
The metal finish defines the character of the product. We offer 15 standard plating options, plus custom colours to match your idea:
- Shiny: gold, silver, nickel, brass, copper.
- Matte: matte gold, matte silver, matte nickel — subtle and elegant, with no glare.
- Antique: antique brass, antique copper, antique gold, antique silver, antique nickel. Recessed areas darken while raised details stay bright, giving the design depth and a vintage feel.
- Dark: black nickel and dye black — for a modern, strict or tactical look.
- Also available: rose gold, gun black, and coloured finishes using spray paint or electrophoresis.
Not sure which to choose? Send us your design and we will recommend the finish that shows it off best.
Cases and packaging
A formal presentation deserves fitting packaging:
- Velvet case — the classic choice for medals and decorations, with a soft insert.
- PU leather case — sleek and dignified.
- Wooden box — for especially valuable and commemorative awards.
- Paper gift box — for "medal + badge" sets and corporate awards.
- Velvet pouch or PVC bag — economical options for large sports runs.
Cases and boxes can be branded with your logo on the lid or inside.
How we make awards
Every metal product goes through a full production cycle with quality control at each stage:
- Artwork. We prepare a vector design and match colours to Pantone. For complex 3D items we provide a digital 3D preview before production.
- Mould. Once the artwork is approved, a mould for your design is cut on a CNC machine.
- Stamping or die casting. The relief is transferred to the metal: stamping for flat items, die casting for 3D and complex shapes.
- Cutting and edge finishing. We cut the exact outline and remove burrs and sharp edges.
- Attachment. The fittings you have chosen are soldered on.
- Polishing and plating. The surface is polished smooth and the selected finish is applied.
- Enamel. Each colour is filled by hand with a syringe and baked separately, so colours stay clean and precise.
- Epoxy (optional). A clear coating protects the enamel and adds a smooth, glass-like shine.
- Quality control and packing. Every item is inspected before shipping.
WE ARE LOOKING FORWARD TO YOUR ORDER!
FAQ
Can we order awards for our unit with our own design?
Yes. Send us your insignia, a sketch or a description of your idea — we will design the award, ribbon bar and ribbon and agree the artwork with you before production.
Do you make ribbons and ribbon bars as well?
Yes, we make ribbons in your colours and with your design. Width, length and material are chosen to suit the specific award.
Can a name or number be added to each medal?
Yes, we can personalise awards with engraving: a name, a date or a serial number. It underlines the individuality of each award.
Which material and finish should I choose?
It depends on the style: shiny gold and silver look ceremonial, antique finishes look substantial and timeless, black nickel looks modern and strict. Send us your design and we will recommend the combination that shows it off best.
How long does production take?
Lead time depends on design complexity, number of colours, ribbons and quantity. We will confirm exact dates once the artwork is approved. If you need the awards by a certain date, tell us straight away and we will plan production around it.