Custom Corporate Challenge Coins – Premium Branded Metal Coins

Make it stand out

Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

A Business Card They’ll Never Throw Away

Most business cards end up in a drawer.

A custom corporate coin gets carried.

Corporate challenge coins are premium branded metal keepsakes designed to represent leadership, culture, recognition, and brand identity in a way paper never can.

If you want to leave a lasting impression, metal wins.

  • Corporate coins are used for:

    • Executive gifting

    • Leadership recognition

    • Employee milestone awards

    • Corporate anniversary commemoratives

    • Sales team recognition

    • Conference and event giveaways

    • Client appreciation

    • Limited edition brand releases

    A well-designed coin becomes a symbol of belonging and achievement.

  • Your logo can be minted in:

    • 2D raised detail

    • 3D high relief sculpted metal

    • Soft enamel color fills

    • Custom shapes

    • Laser engraved edges

    We manufacture solid brass coins that feel substantial, professional, and worthy of your brand.

  • For companies looking to go further, we also offer NFC-enabled Smart Coin® technology.

    This allows your coin to:

    • Open a website when tapped

    • Launch a digital business card

    • Link to a product page

    • Trigger event access

    • Connect to a campaign

    It combines physical metal with digital connection.

    (Available upon request.)

  • Many low-cost promotional coins are made from zinc.

    We mint corporate coins in solid brass for:

    • Heavier premium feel

    • Sharper detail

    • Cleaner finish

    • Professional presentation

    If your coin represents your company, quality matters.

  • We discourage cluttered artwork.

    The best challenge coins focus on:

    • Strong central imagery

    • Bold raised metal

    • Clean enamel sections

    • Depth that creates shadow and contrast

    We optimize every design for metal, not just digital art.

  • High relief works best when the design is intentional.

    We design for metal — not just artwork.

    Best uses for high relief include:

    • Unit insignias

    • Portraits

    • Military aircraft or vehicles

    • Law enforcement badges

    • Corporate emblems

    • Anniversary coins

    • Executive presentation pieces

    We adjust depth, angles, and transitions to maximize light and shadow.

  • We have 15 different finishes based on your design needs.

    • Shiny silver, gold, brass, copper, nickel, chrome

    • Matte silver, gold, copper

    • Antique nickel, silver, gold, copper, brass

    • Black nickel

    • Dyed black

  • Premium high relief coins are often:

    • Thicker than standard coins

    • Heavier in hand

    • More visually commanding

    If your goal is impact, thickness matters.

  • Step 1 – Share Your Idea

    Send us your logo, concept, or rough sketch.

    Step 2 – Approve Your 3D Artwork

    We create a production-ready digital proof showing metal depth and enamel areas.

    Step 3 - Payment

    When you approve the final art, an invoice will be sent for payment. Once the invoice is paid your coins will go into the production queue.

    Step 4 – Minting & Delivery

    Minting takes between 30-45 days for quality hand made coins. We prioritize quality over speed. When your coins are finished the will be shipped directly to you.

    No guesswork. No surprises.

    Available Finishes

    Choose from 15 premium metal finishes including:

    • Antique Brass, nickel, gold, copper, or silver metal plating

    • Shiny Gold, silver, copper, chrome, or brass

    • Matte Gold, nickel, or copper

    • Black Nickel

    • Dyed Black

    Finish selection can dramatically change the look and feel of your coin. We help you choose the best finish for your design.

  • 100 coins is always the minimum for any design.

    Standard 2" custom challenge coin:

    • One-time die fee

    • Per-coin pricing based on quantity

    • Discounts at higher volume levels

    • Do you want our Smart Coin(R) Tech enabled coins or regular business coins?

    For an exact quote, tell us:

    • Coin size

    • Estimated quantity

    • Any special edge or finish options

    • Numbering or laser edge engraving

    Request a custom quote below.

  • Step 1 – Share Your Brand Assets

    Logo files, brand guidelines, and objectives.

    Step 2 – Approve Your Digital Proof

    We create a production-ready metal rendering.

    Step 3 – Minting & Delivery

    Precision manufacturing and secure shipping.

    From concept to coin, we manage the process professionally.

  • Gray Water Ops® has produced custom coins for:

    • Corporate leadership teams

    • National brands

    • Veteran-owned companies

    • Nonprofit organizations

    • Federal agencies

    We understand the importance of brand representation.

Elevate Your Brand Beyond Paper

If you want your clients, executives, or employees to carry something meaningful, a custom corporate coin delivers impact that standard promotional items cannot match.

Request your custom corporate coin quote below.

Why Choose Gray Water Ops® Smart Coin®?

When it comes to custom challenge coins, Gray Water Ops® stands out from the competition. Our Smart Coin® are not just any challenge coins; they're meticulously crafted pieces of art that offer a tactile experience unlike any other. Holding a Smart Coin® in your hand, you can feel the 3D detail, the weight, and the texture. It's a tactile, sensory experience that is as rewarding as the recognition the coin represents.

artist Keith Hanshaw - DINFOS Ft Meade, MD

Meet Artist Keith Hanshaw

We owe much of our success to the unparalleled talent of our resident artist, Keith Hanshaw. Since 1995, Keith has been designing custom challenge coins, bringing a unique blend of creativity and craftsmanship to every piece. His designs are renowned worldwide for their distinctiveness and quality. Each Smart Coin® he creates is a solid, heavy, thick challenge coin that truly stands out, reflecting the pride of the person giving it and inspiring appreciation from the person receiving it.

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