Is This Metal Medal Durable for Long-Term Use?

Yes. This FIFA World Cup gold medal is made from zinc alloy (or solid brass for premium versions), materials long trusted in the awards industry for their excellent durability-to-weight ratio. The medal body is die-struck under high pressure, creating crisp, permanent relief detail — including the textured hexagon soccer ball surface, laurel wreath, trophy replica, and lettering — that cannot wear off, peel, or fade over time.

The entire surface undergoes bright gold electroplating followed by a clear lacquer topcoat, protecting the medal from tarnishing, oxidation, and everyday handling for years. The green enamel rings on the trophy base are filled with liquid epoxy that hardens to a glass-like finish. Unlike paint that scratches and peels, epoxy enamel is embedded in recessed channels, creating a permanent bond with the metal substrate.

Physical Properties

Durability Highlights

· Die-struck detail won't wear off — Unlike printed or glued-on decorations, the trophy relief, hexagon texture, laurel wreath, and FIFA WORLD CUP text are physically pressed into the metal. The detail lasts as long as the medal itself.

· Enamel colors are embedded, not painted — The green rings on the trophy base are filled with liquid epoxy that hardens into a smooth, glass-like surface. No peeling, chipping, or fading under normal use.

· Gold finish is sealed — Electroplated gold + clear lacquer prevents tarnishing for years under normal indoor storage. Medal retains its shine through multiple events and decades of display.

· Integrated loop is die-struck, not glued — The metal loop at the top is part of the medallion body, not an add-on. It can withstand repeated pulling and hanging without detachment.

· Surface protects against daily handling — The lacquer coating resists fingerprints, moisture, and minor scratches, keeping the medal showroom-ready event after event.

How Can I Customize This FIFA World Cup Gold Medal?

We can customize every aspect of this FIFA World Cup gold medal to match your event, brand, or competition theme. From the metal finish and enamel colors to ribbon design and reverse engraving, everything is fully adjustable through our in-house production process.

1. Metal Finish & Color

2. Trophy Base Enamel Customization

The green enamel rings on the trophy base can be customized to match your brand or event colors:

· Green (as shown) — Classic FIFA-style representation

· Gold / Yellow — Match existing championship branding

· Red, Blue, or Black — Team colors or event theme

· Multi-color enamel — Multiple ring colors for special editions

· No enamel (all gold) — Leave trophy base as polished metal for clean monochrome look

3. Text & Logo Customization

The medal offers multiple areas for custom text and logos:

· Bottom text: Replace "FIFA WORLD CUP" with any event name, e.g. "CHAMPIONSHIP", "WORLD SERIES", your brand name, or a sponsor name

· Reverse engraving: The smooth back surface is perfect for laser or mechanical engraving — event name, date, participant name, or sponsor logo

· Rim text: Emboss or deboss text along the medal perimeter (circular arc), ideal for "1ST PLACE", "GOLD", event year, or sponsor tagline

· Custom die design: Replace the trophy with a different design element (star, shield, team crest) or a custom mascot/logo

· Laurel wreath text: Add text integrated into or around the wreath border for additional naming

4. Ribbon Customization

The medal ribbon (sold separately) can be fully customized:

· Colors: Any Pantone color combination, solid or split (two-tone), including country flag colors

· Pattern: Striped, checkered, diagonal, or custom woven patterns on grosgrain polyester

· Printed ribbon: Add event name, year, logo directly printed on the ribbon surface (screen print or heat transfer)

· Ribbon width: Adjustable from 3/8" (10 mm) to 2" (50 mm) wide

· Ribbon length: Standard 28" – 31" (70 – 80 cm). Extend to 36" for adult neck circumference

· Attachment: Metal loop (standard), snap-hook, or sewn ribbon loop at top

5. Design Specifications & Artwork Requirements

Packaging Options

Shipping Options & Delivery Estimates

Lead Time Summary

· Sample order: 7 – 10 working days (die/mold creation 5 – 7 days + sample production 2 – 3 days)

· Bulk order (100 – 1,000 pieces): 10 – 15 working days after sample confirmation

· Bulk order (1,000 – 5,000 pieces): 15 – 20 working days

· Bulk order (5,000+ pieces): 20 – 25 working days (production line scheduling)

Q: What is the minimum order quantity for a custom FIFA World Cup gold medal?

A: For a brand-new custom medal design (your own trophy design, logo, or layout), the MOQ is 100 – 300 pieces per design. For color changes on an existing die (using our standard medal shape but with your custom enamel colors), the MOQ is 200 – 500 pieces. For reverse engraving only (using a stock medal design with engraving on the back), the MOQ is as low as 50 pieces — great for small school events and local soccer clubs.

Q: How long does a sample take to arrive?

A: Once artwork is approved, we create the sample die in 5 – 7 working days, produce a sample medal, then ship via DHL/FedEx. International express delivery takes 3 – 7 working days. Total from artwork approval to sample in hand: approximately 10 – 14 working days. For existing dies (color change only), samples can be ready in 5 – 8 working days.

Q: Can I get this soccer medal in different sizes?

A: Yes. The standard soccer medal is approximately 2.0" – 2.36" (50 – 60 mm) in diameter. We can produce sizes from 1.0" (25 mm) up to 3.15" (80 mm) in diameter. Larger medals require more metal and detail area, increasing both die cost and unit price. Mini medals (25 – 30 mm) are popular for participation awards and children's soccer events.

Q: Can the trophy base enamel be changed to my team's colors?

A: Absolutely. The epoxy enamel on the trophy base rings can be filled in any Pantone color. You can choose a single color or multiple ring colors. The enamel is mixed to your specified Pantone codes and injected into recessed channels on the medal face, creating a smooth, level surface flush with the metal frame.

Q: How does the engraving on the reverse side work?

A: We offer two types: (1) Mechanical engraving (diamond drag or rotary) — deeper, tactile feel, good for fine text and logos. (2) Laser engraving — high precision, excellent for complex artwork, photos, or small fonts down to 1.5 mm height. Both methods are permanent and will not wear off. We provide a free layout proof before production.

Q: Is this medal suitable for outdoor ceremonies?

A: Yes. The gold electroplating is sealed with clear lacquer, and the epoxy enamel is UV-stabilized. The medal can be worn outdoors during ceremonies and events without immediate deterioration. For prolonged outdoor display (months of direct sunlight), we recommend adding a UV-resistant additive package available on request.

Q: What payment methods do you accept?

A: We accept T/T bank transfer (30% deposit + 70% balance before shipment), L/C at sight for orders above $3,000, Western Union for samples, and PayPal for orders under $3,000. Net 30-day terms are available for established customers on orders over $10,000. All payments are processed through verified business accounts with full invoicing.

Q: Can I mix different medal designs in one order?

A: Yes. You can order multiple different medal designs (e.g., gold, silver, bronze placements) in the same production batch, as long as each unique design meets its minimum order quantity. This saves on shipping and customs clearance costs. We recommend grouping all medal types into one shipment.

Q: What quality assurance do you provide?

A: Every medal batch goes through a 3-step QC process: (1) In-process inspection during die-striking and electroplating. (2) Final quality check — each medal is inspected for surface defects, enamel fill quality, loop integrity, and detail accuracy. (3) Packing inspection before shipment. We offer a 12-month quality guarantee against material and manufacturing defects.

Q: Do you offer custom packaging for retail display?

A: Yes. We can provide custom gift boxes (velvet-lined or cardboard), header cards with your branding, acrylic display stands, and even custom polybags with printed logos. Retail-ready packaging helps your medals stand out at events or in store displays. Custom packaging adds 5 – 7 working days to lead time.