Custom DIE CUT Challenge Coins

What is a die cut Challenge Coin? When you think of a coin, typically, you imagine a round, flat disk. Challenge Coins aren’t constrained by the conventions of currency, however, and may take any shape you wish! Any coin that isn’t round is considered a die cut Challenge Coin. This simply means that the die, or the mold from which every coin is cast, has been cut down from a circle into a shape of your choosing. When picking a shape for your die cut Challenge coin, you are limited only by your imagination. 

Popular subject matter for die cut Challenge Coins often include an object related to the reason the coin is being commissioned. If you’re a medical group, perhaps a coin shaped like a first aid kit, a syringe, or an ambulance? Or, if you’re creating Challenge Coins for your company, you create a die cut Challenge Coin in the shape of your product or service. There is also the possibility of having the coin cut into a shape with a use. 

The most common kinds of coins with useful functions are bottle openers. There are a few different kinds of bottle opener coins, but the most effective has a slot cut into the middle of the coin, along with a prong designed to pry off the lid of a bottle when leverage is applied. For maximum utility, these coins are often pill-shaped, qualifying them as die cut.

When you’re creating a die cut Challenge Coin, it’s important to keep in mind that for more complex shapes, an easily-identifiable silhouette will help make your coin recognizable as the subject you are intending to replicate. For simple shapes, such as a five point star, this isn’t an issue. For coins shaped like animals, or objects like guitars, keep in mind that simple is the best way to straightforwardly communicate your vision. For more ideas on making a die cut Challenge Coin, please browse our gallery!