Custom-Engraved Crystal Awards

Crystal Awards and Trophies

Crystal awards and trophies are popular choices for recognition in many different settings. They can be used to commemorate a special achievement, celebrate an anniversary, or mark any other milestone event. But what are crystal awards and trophies, exactly? How are they made? And who should receive them? In this article, we will explore the history and uses of crystal awards and trophies, as well as some of the different ways they can be decorated.

Awards made of optic crystal, an exceptionally clear and sparkling form of glass is called optic crystal. Optic crystal is cut and polished to create the stunning look associated with award trophies. It has a unique refractive index which allows it to capture and reflect light in a prismatic manner, creating rainbow-like flashes of color in direct sunlight. This makes crystal awards and trophies ideal for display in any setting.

When you want to express the highest recognition and appreciation, optic crystal awards are the premier choice. Our optic crystal personalized awards are made without lead, producing a product that is exceedingly hard. That means it can be cut, beveled and smoothed to a flawless finish.

Optical Crystal Awards

Optic crystal recognition awards come in wide range of designs and styles, appropriate for teams upon completing a project and corporate awards for years of service. They are sculpted in a variety of shapes and with themes that make them appropriate for trophies, for leadership and artistry awards and to recognize an array of roles and industries.

When you want to express the highest recognition and appreciation, optic crystal awards are the premier choice. Our optic crystal personalized awards are made without lead, producing a product that is exceedingly hard. That means it can be cut, beveled and smoothed to a flawless finish.

The natural properties of optic crystal, clear, translucent and glowing, make it much sought after. The beveling lets light bounce off the surface, dazzling the eye. Special bases can be added to give them added height. To show the highest esteem, give optic crystal engraved awards, using the most advanced laser engraving techniques.

How are Crystal Awards Made?

The process of creating crystal awards and trophies begins with selecting the finest optic crystal material. The raw material is heated in a furnace to 2400°F, then shaped and polished into its desired shape. Specialized tools are used to refine and polish each piece until it meets the highest standards of quality and excellence. The natural properties of optic crystal, clear, translucent and glowing, make it much sought after. The beveling lets light bounce off the surface, dazzling the eye. Special bases can be added to give them added height.

Optical Crystal is manufactured without the cheaper and cost saving element called soda lime. Soda lime is used in glass production and often produces a cloudy result. Due to the clarity of optical crystal, it can be produced in much thicker and weightier shapes and sizes. Crystal Awards feature a clarity, refraction, and prism effects unmatched by glass awards.

Afterward, intricate engravings such as inscriptions or logos can be added to the crystal awards, further personalizing each piece.

How are Crystal Awards Decorated?

To show the highest esteem, give optic crystal engraved awards decorated using the most advanced engraving techniques. Crystal trophies can be decorated in various ways depending on their purpose. To give a unique and personal touch, the crystal award can be etched with words or designs that have special meaning, such as a company logo or an individual's name.

Awards.com has more than 1000 types of custom engraved crystal awards. Each one comes with free engraving and logo, so no matter what design you select, you can make it all your own. From optic custom crystal awards in highly unique shapes, to color-accented crystal award trophies and engraved crystal plaques that allow your brand to show off its personality, there's a bevy of high-quality options available. Browse our selection of custom crystal awards, available in bulk at prices that beat wholesale. We even have colored crystal awards or 3D engraved crystal. Add your corporate logo and engraving to any of these crystal awards for employee recognition.

Awards.com features many types of crystal shapes that fit your awards ceremony themes, recipients, or brands. With so many stunning selections, let us help you find the crystal awards that fit your organization and occasion. Here are some crystal award ideas of a few noteworthy categories of crystal award shapes. Each type helps you to express the message you want instantly through the association gleaned from the shape.

A unique way to express recognize employees, our crystal awards come in a variety of shapes designed for specific recognition themes such diamonds, flames, stars, or world globes. We also offer crystal trophies tailored for specific accolades such as sales achievements, years of service, employee appreciation, leadership and retirement. As an acclaimed and experienced custom award manufacturer, we make awards with different colors of crystal such as blue, red, amber, green and black.

• Crystal star awards: Crystal star awards signify that the recipient has shown outstanding performance in some way. Whether the award winner went above and beyond for a job, or they achieved a massive accomplishment, or they've helped to increase the positive sentiment for your organization, a star shape on a crystal
• Crystal globe awards: Crystal globe awards are ideal for international organizations or recipients who have made a global impact. You know the meaning that an individual can have on a larger organization. A globe shape signifies unity and working toward a greater good in some way.
• Crystal eagle awards: An eagle is a symbol of American patriotism. Giving out a crystal award that displays an eagle is perfect for organizations with strong national ties. An eagle also conveys a sense of bravery, leadership, or distinguished service for the recipient.

Custom Crystal Awards

If a stock award shape and color isn't what you are looking for, we can create a unique custom shaped crystal trophy designed around your specific branding or company logo. Our design and production team can custom cut, etch and color crystal for a custom award solution. When it comes to personalization, we can work with you to create a meaningful award. Our graphics and art team utilizing color, fonts, and typesetting to ensure your awards will be perfect for your and your recipients.

When you want a gorgeous, high-quality award that is all your own, custom awards made of crystal will allow your organization to create a unique sign of appreciation. At Awards.com, you can customize just about any type of crystal award you want. Choose a shape that reflects your logo, or make the award a unique color. Combine optical crystal with another materials, or make several types of crystal awards in varying hues so that every person gets something special. The choice is yours!

Play with a variety of textures by pairing an elegant crystal award with the edginess of metal. Infusing an award with two different types of materials enhances its allure and gives the award a designer feel, providing recipients and onlookers with plenty to discover with the award. Options like the Condor Award come in several color options or you can also full color print onto crystal awards to match the color to your brand or to an award level.

Our design team will work with you to understand your vision and then make it a reality. You get to see a proof of your award before signing off. Make your crystal award a dazzling piece of art, or create one in the shape of your corporate office. The options are endless with custom crystal awards.

Custom Engraved Crystal Awards

Recognize employee performances with personalized crystal trophies that can be made for specific achievements such as sales goals, anniversary milestones and years of service, employee appreciation, leadership and retirement. Our team has over 30 years of experience creating truly unique awards combining different colors of crystal such as blue, red, amber, and black.

The differences in technique and quality between laser engraving and sandblasting on crystal are vast. Our process of deep sandblast etching is uncompromising in quality and creates an visual presentation that is unmatched by laser engravers.

Personalized Crystal Awards

Our crystal awards are hand-etched using a technique called sandblasting. This method allows for producing small details and depth to the custom engraving of optical crystal awards. The sand etching process begins with your logo and text. The vector artwork our team produces of your personalized engraving goes through an ultraviolet developing process to create that creates the mask for engraving the crystal trophy. Our skilled craftsman then gentle shoot sand against the masked engraving area to create the etched crystal award.

No matter what type of crystal award has caught your eye, you can trust Awards.com to be the best place to shop for high-quality crystal awards. Receive a free proof with every order, and talk to our team whenever you want so you can be confident in your selection or design. Your complete satisfaction is guaranteed, and we're always here to help. Find crystal awards you'll love handing out and recipients will love getting now.