FAQs

Yes. Stock-shape medals have real medal weight and finish, so they can still look and feel professional. The main limitation is that the medal shape and base design are pre-made, while the printed dome or insert provides the event-specific customization. They can be a very presentable choice for school races, charity runs, community events, kids […]

If you need 50 to 100 medals, a stock-shape medal is usually the best option because fully custom medals have a 200-piece minimum. You can still personalize the dome or insert with your race logo, event name, artwork, or award category, and you can add a neck ribbon.

Stock-shape medals are not limited to small races. Larger events may use full custom medals for all finishers and stock-shape medals for winners, age-group awards, or gold, silver, and bronze categories. They are also useful for school races, charity runs, community events, lower-quantity needs, and events with a tight timeline.

The minimum order for fully custom race medals is 200 pieces. The minimum order for stock-shape medals is 50 pieces. Fully custom medals require a mold and additional production setup, so producing a very limited quantity does not make sense cost-wise. Stock-shape medals are already made, which makes lower quantities possible.

With enough time and the right design, nearly every part of a fully custom medal can be customized. Options may include medal shape, size, plating, enamel colors, custom ribbon, 3D details, die-cut areas, UV printing, spinning or moving parts, glow-in-the-dark ink, light-up features, and different materials. Most fully custom race medals are made from zinc

Yes. Your race logo, event artwork, distance, event name, or award category can be printed on the custom dome or insert. The physical shape of the medal cannot be changed, but MSH Medals offers different stock shapes, colors, and sizes. 

A fully custom race medal is made from a custom die or mold. The shape, size, plating, artwork, colors, and design details can be created specifically for your event. A stock-shaped medal is already made in an existing shape, size, and finish. MSH Medals customizes it by printing your race logo, artwork, event name, or