Custom Antique Gold Metal Ultra Marathon Finisher Medal — 650km Run to Montreal 2024 Commemorative Award Medal with Black Satin Ribbon
What Is This Antique Gold Ultra Marathon Finisher Medal?
This custom antique gold metal medal is designed for the 2024 Run to Montreal 650km Ultra Marathon — a prestigious endurance event that pushes runners to their limits. Crafted from premium zinc alloy through precision die-casting, the medal features a vintage antique gold finish that evokes a sense of timeless achievement. The front face showcases the bold text "ULTRA MARATHON 650KM" set above radiant burst lines, framed by elegant laurel wreaths on both sides. A shield emblem crowns the top, while a majestic mountain range engraving adorns the lower portion. The outer border arches the event name "RUN TO MONTREAL 2024" in elegant curved typography, and "2024 FINISHER" is prominently engraved below the mountain motif.
A wide black satin ribbon with a metal attachment ring suspends the medal, making it ready for immediate presentation at award ceremonies, finish lines, or commemorative displays. The reverse side is available for fully customizable engraving — ideal for adding event logos, sponsor branding, or personalized finisher names. Whether for a 650km ultra marathon, a local race event, or a corporate sports challenge, this medal embodies the spirit of endurance and victory.
Key Specifications
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Specification |
Details |
Description |
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Shape |
Circular |
Classic round medal shape with domed relief surface |
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Diameter |
Approx. 60 – 75 mm (2.36" – 2.95") |
Standard finisher medal size; custom diameters available upon request |
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Thickness |
3 – 5 mm |
Substantial weight and premium hand-feel through die-cast metal construction |
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Material |
Zinc alloy (die-cast) |
High-density zinc alloy for crisp detail reproduction and long-lasting durability |
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Surface Finish |
Antique gold plating |
Vintage distressed gold tone with subtle dark patina in recessed areas for depth |
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Ribbon |
Black satin ribbon, 38 mm wide |
Premium grosgrain ribbon with metal attachment ring; custom ribbon colors and widths available |
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Attachment |
Metal ring at top |
Welded metal loop securely connects medal body to ribbon; rated for repeated handling |
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Weight |
Approx. 35 – 50 g |
Substantial feel without being overly heavy; comfortable for neckwear during ceremonies |
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Backside |
Custom engraveable area |
Flat reverse side ready for event logo, sponsor text, or personalized finisher name |
Ideal Applications
· Ultra marathon & marathon events — Award finishers of 650km, 100km, 42.195km, trail runs, and endurance challenges with a medal that matches the achievement
· Running club competitions — Recognize top performers in club-organized races, annual championships, and milestone challenges
· Corporate sports & team building — Custom-branded medals for company sports days, charity runs, and employee wellness programs
· Charity & fundraising runs — Create memorable finisher keepsakes for sponsored walks, color runs, and awareness campaigns
· Triathlon & multi-sport events — Award athletes completing multi-discipline competitions with a durable and prestigious medal
· School & university sports days — Celebrate student achievement with quality awards that families will treasure
· Holiday & themed races — Special edition medals for Christmas runs, New Year marathons, zombie runs, and color festivals
· Collector & commemorative items — Part of a collector series for runners who collect finisher medals from every race they complete
Is This Metal Medal Durable Enough for Outdoor Awards?
Absolutely. This ultra marathon finisher medal is manufactured using high-quality zinc alloy through precision die-casting — a process that creates dense, uniform metal structures with exceptional durability. Unlike stamped medals that can bend or warp, die-cast medals maintain their structural integrity even after years of display, travel, and repeated handling. The antique gold plating is applied through an electroplating process that bonds the gold layer to the base metal, resisting tarnish, scratches, and oxidation far better than paint or powder coating. The raised relief areas — such as the laurel wreaths, shield emblem, and mountain engraving — are designed with a minimum depth of 0.3 – 0.5 mm to ensure that fine details remain legible even after years of use.
The black satin ribbon is made from high-density grosgrain polyester, which resists fraying, fading, and stretching. The metal attachment ring is spot-welded to the medal body, providing a secure connection that can support the medal weight without loosening over time. Each medal undergoes a visual inspection and weight check before packaging to ensure consistent quality across every order.
Physical Properties
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Property |
Value |
Description |
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Base Material |
Zinc alloy (Zamak 3 / ZA-3) |
Industry-standard die-casting alloy; excellent detail reproduction and impact strength |
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Plating Process |
Electroplated antique gold |
Multi-step process: copper base -> nickel barrier -> 24K flash gold -> antique patina -> lacquer seal |
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Surface Hardness |
>= 120 HV (Vickers) |
Gold plating layer resists surface scratching during normal handling and display |
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Tensile Strength |
>= 280 MPa (zinc alloy core) |
Die-cast core provides structural rigidity against bending or impact |
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Corrosion Resistance |
Excellent |
Electroplated layers and lacquer seal protect against humidity, sweat, and ambient moisture |
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Operating Temperature |
-20 C to +80 C |
Suitable for outdoor award ceremonies in all climate conditions |
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Tarnish Resistance |
High (sealed lacquer layer) |
Clear lacquer topcoat prevents gold plating from tarnishing or oxidizing over time |
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Ribbon Material |
Polyester grosgrain |
High-density weave resists fraying; colorfast against UV and washing |
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Ribbon Tensile |
>= 100 N breaking strength |
Ribbon can support well over 10x the medal weight without tearing |
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Attachment Strength |
>= 50 N pull resistance |
Spot-welded ring connection withstands repeated opening and closing without fatigue |
Durability Highlights
· Die-cast construction — Zinc alloy is molded under high pressure, creating a dense, uniform structure that won't warp or crack like stamped metal alternatives
· Electroplated finish — Gold layer is chemically bonded to the base metal, not painted on — colors and sheen will not peel, chip, or flake over time
· Sealed lacquer protection — A clear protective topcoat shields the gold finish from moisture, UV exposure, and handling oils
· Raised relief design — Fine details are recess-protected by raised borders, minimizing contact wear on delicate areas like laurel leaves and text
· Reinforced ribbon attachment — The metal ring is spot-welded to a reinforced tab on the medal body, engineered for hundreds of open/close cycles
· Colorfast ribbon — The black polyester grosgrain ribbon is solution-dyed, meaning the color is embedded in the fiber itself — no fading after rain or sun exposure
How Can I Customize This Ultra Marathon Finisher Medal?
We offer full customization of this metal finisher medal to match your event, brand, or personal vision. Every aspect — from size and surface finish to artwork design and packaging — can be tailored to your exact requirements. Whether you need a small batch of 50 medals for a local club race or thousands for a major international marathon, our production line scales to meet your needs.
1. Size Customization
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Option |
Standard |
Custom Range |
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Diameter |
65 mm |
50 – 80 mm (round); custom shapes also available |
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Thickness |
3.5 mm |
2.5 – 6 mm depending on design complexity |
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Weight |
~40 g |
25 – 80 g; heavier medals can be engineered with thicker cores |
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Ribbon Width |
38 mm |
25 – 50 mm wide grosgrain or satin ribbon |
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Medal Shape |
Round |
Circle, shield, star, hexagon, map outline, or custom die-cut shape |
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Minimum Order |
100 pieces per design |
50 – 300 pieces for custom shapes and complex dies |
2. Color Customization
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Element |
Standard Color |
Custom Options |
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Medal Plating |
Antique gold |
Antique silver, bronze, copper, gunmetal, nickel, bright gold, bright silver, rainbow (iridescent) |
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Ribbon Color |
Black satin |
Any Pantone-matched color; single color, striped, or printed custom ribbons available |
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Enamel Fill (recesses) |
None (antique relief) |
Soft enamel, hard enamel, or epoxy fill in any Pantone color for recessed text/logo areas |
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Surface Finish |
Matte antique |
High-gloss polished, matte satin, brushed metal, sandblasted texture, or two-tone contrast |
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Lacquer Coating |
Clear matte lacquer |
Clear gloss, matte, UV-protective, or no coating for natural patina development |
3. Pattern & Artwork Customization
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Option |
Description |
Notes |
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Full Custom Front Artwork |
Replace the Run to Montreal design entirely with your event logo, mascot, or theme imagery |
Vector artwork required; 3D relief is sculpted from your design file |
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Custom Back Engraving |
Add event name, date, distance, sponsor logos, or personalized athlete names on the reverse side |
Flat recessed or raised text; min text height 1.5 mm for clarity |
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Laurel Wreath Variation |
Adjust wreath style, leaf density, or replace with local flora motifs relevant to your race location |
Can be simplified or made more ornate based on preference |
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Mountain / Landscape Art |
Customize the mountain illustration to match the actual terrain of your event (local peaks, trail contours) |
Can include race route map outline in the background |
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Year / Edition Number |
Update medal with each year or edition of your recurring marathon event |
Mold can be modified yearly to update the date while keeping the core design |
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Add Event Logo |
Integrate your official event logo into the front or back design |
Logo must be provided as vector (AI/EPS) for mold engraving |
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Text & Typography |
Change event name, distance, or tagline to any language and font style |
Curved text along border available; minimum text height 1.5 mm |
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Ribbon Printing |
Print your event name, logo, or sponsor text directly on the ribbon |
Screen-printed or woven label ribbon options available |
4. Artwork Requirements
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Requirement |
Detail |
Notes |
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Accepted File Formats |
AI, EPS, CDR, PDF, DXF, SVG |
Vector formats preferred; 300 DPI minimum for raster/PSD files |
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Minimum Line Thickness |
0.3 mm |
Ensures fine details are crisp and readable after die-casting |
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Minimum Text Height |
1.5 mm |
For raised or recessed text that remains legible at full production scale |
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Color Reference |
Pantone code or physical sample |
Essential for accurate plating and enamel color matching |
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Artwork Sides |
Front only, back only, or both sides |
Each side requires its own mold die (separate tooling cost) |
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Mold Creation Time |
7 – 10 working days |
After artwork approval and 30% deposit |
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Sample Lead Time |
10 – 14 working days |
Mold creation + sample production + express shipping |
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Artwork Revision |
Up to 2 rounds free revision |
Additional revision rounds may incur a small fee |
5. Packaging Customization
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Packaging Option |
Description |
Best For |
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Standard bulk pack |
Loose medals in polybag, stacked with ribbon attached |
Wholesale orders, race-day bulk distribution |
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Individual polybag |
One medal per clear polybag with header seal |
Retail-ready individual sales, goodie bags |
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Velvet pouch |
Drawstring velvet pouch in red, black, or blue |
Premium presentation for high-end events |
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Magnetic gift box |
Folding rigid box with magnetic closure and foam insert |
Corporate gifts, VIP awards, collector editions |
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Acrylic display stand |
Clear acrylic stand with medal slot |
Shelf/trophy display for offices and trophy rooms |
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Custom printed box |
Cardboard box with full-color event branding and logo |
Branded presentation for sponsors and partners |
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Barcode / SKU sticker |
Apply scannable barcode to individual packaging |
Retail inventory management |
Packaging Options
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Packaging Type |
Description |
Lead Time |
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Standard OPP polybag |
Individual clear polybag with header seal |
Included (no extra time) |
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Velvet pouch (drawstring) |
Premium velvet pouch with gold drawcord |
+3 working days |
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Magnet gift box |
Folding box with foam insert and magnet closure |
+5 working days |
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Custom printed card + bag |
Cardboard header card with custom print + polybag |
+3 working days |
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Acrylic display stand |
Clear acrylic stand with medal slot and base |
+7 working days |
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Bulk bundle pack |
25 – 50 medals per PE bag, packed in export carton |
Included |
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Custom ribbon printing |
Screen-printed event name/logo on ribbon |
+5 working days |
Shipping Options & Delivery Estimates
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Shipping Method |
Transit Time |
Best For |
Cost Level |
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Express (DHL / FedEx / UPS) |
3 – 7 working days |
Samples, urgent small orders (< 5 kg) |
Higher |
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Air freight |
5 – 10 working days |
Mid-size orders (5 – 100 kg) |
Moderate |
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Sea freight (LCL) |
20 – 35 working days |
Bulk orders (100 – 500 kg) |
Lowest |
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Sea freight (FCL) |
20 – 35 working days |
Full container (5000+ medals) |
Most economic per unit |
Lead Time Summary
· Sample order: 10 – 14 working days (mold creation 7 – 10 days + sample production 3 – 4 days)
· Bulk order (100 – 500 pieces): 12 – 18 working days after sample confirmation
· Bulk order (500 – 2,000 pieces): 18 – 25 working days
· Bulk order (2,000 – 5,000 pieces): 25 – 30 working days
· Bulk order (5,000+ pieces): 30 – 40 working days (production line scheduling)
Q: What is the minimum order quantity for a custom ultra marathon medal?
A: For a brand-new custom die with a unique design, the MOQ is 100 – 300 pieces per design. If you choose from our existing medal molds and only customize the plating color and ribbon, the MOQ is 200 – 500 pieces. For personalized event medals with individual athlete names engraved on the back, a minimum of 50 pieces per design can be accommodated.
Q: How long does it take to receive a sample?
A: Once the artwork is approved, mold creation takes 7 – 10 working days, followed by 3 – 4 working days for sample production. With express shipping (3 – 5 working days to most destinations), typical sample delivery is 14 – 18 working days from artwork approval.
Q: Can I order medals in different sizes?
A: Yes. The standard die-cast round medal is 65 mm in diameter. We can produce medals ranging from 50 mm to 80 mm in round format, and custom shapes can vary in overall dimensions. Larger medals (75 – 80 mm) create a more premium, weighty feel but may require thicker metal for structural integrity.
Q: Can the medal color be changed to match my brand or event theme?
A: Absolutely. While the standard finish is antique gold, we offer a full spectrum of plating options including antique silver, bronze, copper, gunmetal, bright gold, bright silver, and even multi-tone finishes. For recessed areas, we can add soft enamel or hard enamel fill in any Pantone color. Simply provide your Pantone code or a physical color reference.
Q: What artwork formats do you accept for custom medal design?
A: We accept AI, EPS, CDR, PDF, DXF, and SVG vector formats for best results. For raster-based designs, we accept PSD and PNG files at a minimum of 300 DPI resolution. Vector files are strongly preferred as they produce the cleanest mold carving results. We also offer an in-house design service if you need help creating or converting artwork.
Q: Can I add individual runner names and finish times to each medal?
A: Yes, we offer personalized engraving for each medal. The reverse side can be engraved with individual athlete names, finish times, bib numbers, or custom messages. There is a small setup fee for the variable data template, after which each medal is individually machined. Personalization is available for orders of 50 pieces or more.
Q: Is this medal suitable for outdoor award ceremonies in rain or humidity?
A: Yes. The zinc alloy core is naturally corrosion-resistant, and the electroplated gold finish is protected by a clear lacquer topcoat that prevents tarnish and oxidation. The medal can be safely used in outdoor rain or humid conditions. We recommend drying the medal with a soft cloth after exposure to moisture to maintain the lacquer clarity over time.
Q: What payment methods do you accept?
A: We accept T/T bank transfer (30% deposit with order, 70% balance before shipment), L/C at sight for orders above $5,000 USD, PayPal for small orders and samples, and Western Union. For first-time customers, a 50% deposit may be required. Recurring clients with a transaction history can negotiate more favorable payment terms.
Q: Can I mix different medal designs in one order?
A: Yes. You can order multiple medal designs (e.g., gold, silver, bronze for podium placements, or different event year medals) in the same production run. Each design requires its own mold die (one-time tooling cost), but they can share the same production schedule and shipping. This is a common practice for multi-category races and recurring events.
Q: What quality assurance do you provide for bulk orders?
A: Every production batch goes through a 4-step QC process: (1) Incoming material inspection — verify zinc alloy purity and ribbon fabric quality, (2) In-process inspection during die-casting and plating to check detail sharpness and color consistency, (3) 100% visual inspection of each medal for casting defects, plating flaws, and ribbon attachment integrity, and (4) Final packaging inspection before carton sealing. Defective pieces are replaced at no cost.
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