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  • 1.  Coins Encased in Lucite

    Posted 06-09-2024 22:19

    Which supplier do you recommend for coins as well as badged encased in Lucite?  



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    Paula Smith
    Ramax Engraving & Awards
    Spokane Valley WA
    509.928.1222
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  • 2.  RE: Coins Encased in Lucite

    Posted 06-10-2024 08:03
    Edited by Vince Frank 06-10-2024 08:04

    I would recommend Clear Image out of Phoenix, Arizona. We have partnered with them many times on coins. One thing to think about is that the coin should be made of brass and not zinc. It also should have a cloisonné or imitation hard enamel color and not soft enamel. The soft enamel may ripple or peel out from the heat when embedded. Zinc does not embed as nice as brass and it will have a shadow effect around the top of the coin. 
    clear Image can be reached at this number.

    (623) 842-9333



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    Vince Frank
    President
    Catania Medallic Specialty Inc
    Avon Lake OH
    400.933.9595
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  • 3.  RE: Coins Encased in Lucite

    Posted 06-11-2024 10:48

    Vince was "Spot On".   I've used Clear Image a number of times and they do a fantastic job.  I will re-iterate Vince's comments on the requirements of material presented for embedding.  There are no "short cuts" or "cheats", chemicals do what they do.  If you want a quality finished product, you must pay attention to the material requirements.

    To quality products,



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    Kenneth Levanti
    President
    Sarasota Trophy & Awards Inc
    Sarasota FL
    941.780.2214
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  • 4.  RE: Coins Encased in Lucite

    Posted 06-10-2024 13:39

    I use Clear Images



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    Robbie Robertson
    President
    Florida Awards & Trophy Co
    Gainesville FL
    352.378.8111
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