A medal, or medallion, is generally a circular object that has been sculpted, molded, cast, struck, stamped, or some way rendered with an insignia, portrait, or other artistic rendering. A medal may be awarded to a person or organization as a form of recognition for athletic, military, scientific, academic, or various other achievements. Medals may also be created to commemorate particular individuals or events, or even as works of artistic expression in their own right; artists who focus their talents on the creation of medals or medallions are termed a medalist. There are also devotional medals which may be worn as a matter of religious faith. Medals are popular collectible items either as a form of exonumia or of militaria phaleristics. Medallions are occasionally referred to as "table medals" because they are too large to be worn and can only be displayed on a table top, desk or cabinet. Medals may also be produced in a rectangular shape, though these would more correctly be described as a plaque, and a smaller version as a plaquette. In colloquial use, "medallion" is sometimes improperly used to refer to a pendant of a necklace. It can also be used as a symbol to dignify greatness, especially when awarded on the collegiate level.

A medal is usually a large medal which may be produced as a work of art, a souvenir or as a commemorative object. A medal can be round, square, or custom shaped objects of metal that are engraved or stamped with a logo, portrait, military insignia, or other artistic rendering. A medal can have your design on one side, or both sides and they can be solid metal color on both sides or have a color fill on one side and a metal design on the other. A medallion can be worn on a ribbon, chain or as an attachment to other items.

Some uses for medals can be as a reward for a job well done. Medallions are a nice way to recognize 1st, 2nd and 3rd place for military, academic or sporting events.

We will custom design your medal in gold, silver and bronze or copper to signify the various levels of achievement. Medals or medals may also be used to commemorate events or individuals. Your choices and designs are unlimited. Let our talented designers help create a medallion or medal that will show pride for your event or organization today!