Plating changes how a challenge coin reads under light and how it ages in the pocket. For OEM programs, lock plating early with your artwork so samples match production.
Common OEM plating finishes
- Bright gold / silver / nickel / chrome — clean corporate and military looks
- Antique gold / antique silver / antique copper — recessed detail pops; popular on crest coins
- Gunmetal / black nickel — modern or tactical programs
- Dual plating — selective gold/silver zones on one coin (higher process cost)
How plating works with enamel
Plating usually happens before enamel fill. Antique finishes sit in recesses; bright plating sits on high surfaces. Soft or hard enamel then adds brand colors. Tell us which areas must stay metal-only.
What to send for a quote
AI/PDF artwork, diameter, thickness, plating name, enamel type, attachment (none / coin capsule), and quantity. We reply with tooling, sample timing, and unit pricing — pricing on request, not a fixed web price.
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