{"product_id":"custom-zinc-alloy-medal-marathon-finisher","title":"Custom Zinc Alloy Medal with Soft Enamel | 70mm Marathon Finisher Awards \u0026 Corporate Recognition | 50 MOQ","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"background: #E9E4E0; padding: 9px; border-radius: 0px; max-width: 1200px; margin: 0 auto; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #333;\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- LAYER 1: Quick B2B Sourcing Overview --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: rgba(112, 74, 76, 0.89); font-size: 1.4rem; font-weight: bold; margin: 0 0 12px 0; padding: 0; border-bottom: 2px solid rgba(112,74,76,0.3); padding-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eB2B SOURCING OVERVIEW\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 12px 30px; background: #fff; padding: 12px 16px; margin-bottom: 16px; font-size: 0.95rem; border-left: 4px solid rgba(112,74,76,0.89);\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMOQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 pcs\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLead Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7-14 days (tiered) | Sample: 5-7 days\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zinc Alloy · Nickel Plating · 70mm × 2.5mm\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Spec:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 50g · ±1mm tolerance · Soft enamel\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft Enamel · Hard Enamel · Printing · 3D\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompliance:\u003c\/strong\u003e REACH · RoHS · Independent QC\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- LAYER 2: Attribute Data Matrix --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: rgba(112, 74, 76, 0.89); font-size: 1.4rem; font-weight: bold; margin: 24px 0 12px 0; padding: 0; border-bottom: 2px solid rgba(112,74,76,0.3); padding-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eATTRIBUTE DATA MATRIX\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background: #fff; font-size: 0.92rem; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: rgba(112,74,76,0.89); color: #fff;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 9px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 9px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 9px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eZinc Alloy (standard), Iron (alt.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eDensity: 6.6-7.2 g\/cm³\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f7f5f3;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e70mm diameter · 2.5mm thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e±1mm tolerance · Standard size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eApprox. 50g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eVaries by thickness and material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f7f5f3;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eNickel (standard), Gold, Bronze, etc.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eCorrosion-resistant finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eSoft enamel (standard), Hard enamel, Printing, 3D\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e6-8 colors for soft enamel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f7f5f3;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor Matching\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003ePantone \/ CMYK\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e95%+ accuracy verified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMOQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e50 pieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eFree sample available\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f7f5f3;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLead Time (1-100 pcs)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e7 business days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eDie making + production\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLead Time (101-1000 pcs)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e10 business days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eStandard volume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f7f5f3;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLead Time (1001-5000 pcs)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e14 business days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eBulk production schedule\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e5-7 working days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eFree sample provided\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f7f5f3;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e1pc\/OPP bag + bubble bag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e50pcs\/poly bag · Carton pack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHS Code\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e7118.90\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eCommemorative medals · Duty varies\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f7f5f3;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompliance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eREACH · RoHS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eDocumentation available\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- LAYER 3: Technical Comparison Analysis --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: rgba(112, 74, 76, 0.89); font-size: 1.4rem; font-weight: bold; margin: 24px 0 12px 0; padding: 0; border-bottom: 2px solid rgba(112,74,76,0.3); padding-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eTECHNICAL COMPARISON ANALYSIS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff; padding: 16px; margin-bottom: 20px; border-left: 4px solid rgba(112,74,76,0.89);\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 0.92rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: rgba(112,74,76,0.89); color: #fff;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc; text-align: left;\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc; text-align: left;\"\u003eZinc Alloy (This Product)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc; text-align: left;\"\u003eStandard Iron Medal\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc; text-align: left;\"\u003ePremium Solid Brass\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail Reproduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eExcellent (fine fluidity)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eSuperior\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f7f5f3;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight (70mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eApprox. 50g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eApprox. 65-75g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eApprox. 80-100g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCorrosion Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eGood (nickel plated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eSuperior (tarnish-resistant)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f7f5f3;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSurface Finish Options\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e5+ finishes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e2-3 finishes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eMultiple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration Methods\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e4 methods\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e1-2 methods\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e3-4 methods\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f7f5f3;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor Options\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e6-8 colors (Pantone)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eLimited\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e6-8 colors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMOQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e50 pcs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e200-500 pcs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e100-300 pcs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f7f5f3;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelative Cost\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eMid-range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eLowest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e3-5x higher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 12px; font-size: 0.92rem; color: #555;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey takeaway:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zinc alloy delivers the optimal balance between detail reproduction quality and cost for commemorative medal applications. The material flows more precisely than iron, capturing sharp logos and fine text, while remaining cost-effective compared to solid brass. Four decoration methods and multiple plating options provide design flexibility unmatched by standard iron alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- LAYER 4: Multi-Scenario Buyer Applications --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: rgba(112, 74, 76, 0.89); font-size: 1.4rem; font-weight: bold; margin: 24px 0 12px 0; padding: 0; border-bottom: 2px solid rgba(112,74,76,0.3); padding-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eMULTI-SCENARIO BUYER APPLICATIONS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff; padding: 16px; margin-bottom: 16px; border-left: 4px solid rgba(112,74,76,0.89);\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: rgba(112,74,76,0.89); margin: 0 0 4px 0; font-size: 1.1rem;\"\u003eScenario 1: Marathon Event Director — 1500 Finisher Medals\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 4px 0 0 0; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eA marathon organizing committee for a city event needed 1500 finisher medals with custom year-specific design, event logo, and participant category distinctions (full marathon, half marathon, 10K). The 70mm zinc alloy medals with soft enamel provided the detail reproduction needed for the event logo and race name. Nickel plating was selected as the standard finish with gold plating for elite category finishers. The tiered lead time structure of 14 days for 1001-5000 pieces aligned with the 18-week pre-event production window. Free sample production in 5-7 working days enabled committee review before bulk production. The 50-piece MOQ allowed the event to test the design quality before committing to the 1500-piece order. Documentation for import clearance was provided, and sea freight consolidation with other event merchandise reduced logistics costs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff; padding: 16px; margin-bottom: 16px; border-left: 4px solid rgba(112,74,76,0.89);\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: rgba(112,74,76,0.89); margin: 0 0 4px 0; font-size: 1.1rem;\"\u003eScenario 2: Corporate HR Manager — Employee Service Awards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 4px 0 0 0; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eAn HR manager at a technology company needed 200 commemorative medals for a 5-year service recognition program. The program required consistent year-over-year branding with minor annual updates. Hard enamel was selected over soft enamel for scratch resistance in daily desk display use. The 70mm diameter zinc alloy base with antique finish created a distinguished appearance appropriate for executive recognition. The 10-day lead time for 101-1000 pieces aligned with the quarterly recognition cycle. Free sample production enabled executive preview before the bulk order. The company established a recurring quarterly order pattern with second order volume increasing by 25% as additional departments adopted the recognition program. Documentation support facilitated internal procurement approval with material compliance statements provided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff; padding: 16px; margin-bottom: 16px; border-left: 4px solid rgba(112,74,76,0.89);\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: rgba(112,74,76,0.89); margin: 0 0 4px 0; font-size: 1.1rem;\"\u003eScenario 3: Non-Profit Fundraising Coordinator — Annual Gala Tokens\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 4px 0 0 0; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eA non-profit organization needed 500 commemorative medals for a major fundraising gala's donor appreciation program. The design required a custom shape beyond standard geometric forms — the organization's logo shape was used for die cutting. Zinc alloy's detail reproduction capability enabled complex shape formation with sharp edges and clean contours. Gold plating was selected for the finish to convey premium quality appropriate for high-value donor recognition. Printing method was used for full-color artwork reproduction capturing the organization's brand colors and event theme. The 10-day lead time for 101-1000 pieces aligned with event planning. Free sample in 5-7 working days enabled board approval. The 50-piece MOQ allowed the organization to order an initial sample batch for board review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- LAYER 5: FAQ Matrix --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: rgba(112, 74, 76, 0.89); font-size: 1.4rem; font-weight: bold; margin: 24px 0 12px 0; padding: 0; border-bottom: 2px solid rgba(112,74,76,0.3); padding-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS — PROCUREMENT MATRIX\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff; padding: 12px 16px; margin-bottom: 10px; border-left: 4px solid rgba(112,74,76,0.89);\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: bold; margin: 4px 0 2px 0; color: rgba(112,74,76,0.89);\"\u003eQ: What is the actual production timeline from artwork approval to ready-to-ship for a 200-piece custom medal order?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 2px 0 4px 0; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eA: Standard lead time for 101-1,000 pieces is 10 business days from artwork approval. This breaks down as: die making (2-3 days), stamping and cutting (2-3 days), enamel filling and curing (3-4 days), plating (2 days), and final QC inspection (1 day). Sample production requires 5-7 working days. Sample order production from payment receipt: 3-5 days. All lead times exclude shipping transit. Rush production can be accommodated. Free sample provided for artwork verification. Pre-shipment photographs provided at no additional cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff; padding: 12px 16px; margin-bottom: 10px; border-left: 4px solid rgba(112,74,76,0.89);\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: bold; margin: 4px 0 2px 0; color: rgba(112,74,76,0.89);\"\u003eQ: What quality documentation and compliance paperwork do you provide for institutional procurement approval?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 2px 0 4px 0; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eA: Documentation package includes: material composition certificates (zinc alloy composition verification), REACH compliance statements for EU market, RoHS compliance documentation, independent factory quality control inspection reports, pre-shipment quality photographs, commercial invoice, packing list, and certificate of origin. Plating specification documentation available upon request. All documentation is prepared at no additional cost and supports internal procurement approval processes. Third-party inspection reports available at buyer cost for institutional procurement requiring independent verification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff; padding: 12px 16px; margin-bottom: 20px; border-left: 4px solid rgba(112,74,76,0.89);\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: bold; margin: 4px 0 2px 0; color: rgba(112,74,76,0.89);\"\u003eQ: What is the difference between soft enamel and hard enamel for custom medals, and which should I choose for my application?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 2px 0 4px 0; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eA: Soft enamel is the standard process — colored enamel is applied into recessed design areas, leaving raised metal borders visible between colors. The finish has slight texture where enamel sits below metal surfaces. Supports 6-8 colors and provides a traditional medal appearance. Hard enamel is a premium alternative — enamel is applied flush with the metal surface and polished smooth, creating a scratch-resistant finish that is more durable for daily handling. Hard enamel has a smoother surface and can be polished to a glass-like finish. Choose soft enamel for traditional medal appearance and lower cost; choose hard enamel for premium applications requiring surface durability and a polished presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n \n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyBatch","offers":[{"title":"oem color \/ oem size","offer_id":48694246441117,"sku":"103017473963","price":0.76,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"oem color \/ free sample","offer_id":48694246473885,"sku":"103017473964","price":0.76,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/1354\/3325\/files\/Hdaa9587626894fcc8845a77afe591108E.webp?v=1784782803","url":"https:\/\/www.supplybatch.com\/products\/custom-zinc-alloy-medal-marathon-finisher","provider":"SupplyBatch","version":"1.0","type":"link"}