{"id":9583,"date":"2026-09-08T11:07:22","date_gmt":"2026-09-08T11:07:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/veperpins.com\/?p=9583"},"modified":"2026-09-08T11:07:24","modified_gmt":"2026-09-08T11:07:24","slug":"how-to-design-medals-for-different-placements","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/veperpins.com\/how-to-design-medals-for-different-placements\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Design Medals for Different Placements"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide vp-blog-layout has-medium-font-size is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-style:none;border-width:0px;border-top-left-radius:58px;border-top-right-radius:58px;border-bottom-left-radius:58px;border-bottom-right-radius:58px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column vp-blog-toc-wrap is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:20%\">\n<style data-wp-block-html=\"css\">\n\/* Current TOC item 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href=\"#finisher-awards-can-use-the-same-base-design-too\">\n              Finisher Awards Can Use the Same Base Design Too\n            <\/a>\n          <\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n      <\/li>\n\n      <li>\n        <a href=\"#when-do-you-need-a-new-mold\">\n          When Do You Need a New Mold?\n        <\/a>\n      <\/li>\n\n      <li>\n        <a href=\"#how-many-of-each-medal-should-you-order\">\n          How Many of Each Medal Should You Order?\n        <\/a>\n\n        <ul>\n          <li>\n            <a href=\"#placement-medals\">\n              Placement Medals\n            <\/a>\n          <\/li>\n\n          <li>\n            <a href=\"#finisher-medals\">\n              Finisher Medals\n            <\/a>\n          <\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n      <\/li>\n\n      <li>\n        <a href=\"#choose-a-reliable-medal-supplier\">\n          Choose a Reliable Medal Supplier\n        <\/a>\n      <\/li>\n    <\/ul>\n  <\/nav>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<!-- Mobile \/ Tablet TOC -->\n<details class=\"vp-toc vp-toc-mobile\" data-vp-article-toc=\"\">\n  <summary>Table of Contents<\/summary>\n\n  <nav aria-label=\"Mobile Table of Contents\">\n    <ul>\n      <li>\n        <a href=\"#what-are-gold-silver-and-bronze-medals-made-of\">\n          What Are Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medals Made Of?\n        <\/a>\n      <\/li>\n\n      <li>\n        <a href=\"#how-to-design-medals-for-different-placements\">\n          How to Design Medals for Different Placements\n        <\/a>\n\n        <ul>\n          <li>\n            <a href=\"#the-top-three-can-share-one-mold\">\n              The Top Three Can Share One Mold\n            <\/a>\n          <\/li>\n\n          <li>\n            <a href=\"#finisher-awards-can-use-the-same-base-design-too\">\n              Finisher Awards Can Use the Same Base Design Too\n            <\/a>\n          <\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n      <\/li>\n\n      <li>\n        <a href=\"#when-do-you-need-a-new-mold\">\n          When Do You Need a New Mold?\n        <\/a>\n      <\/li>\n\n      <li>\n        <a href=\"#how-many-of-each-medal-should-you-order\">\n          How Many of Each Medal Should You Order?\n        <\/a>\n\n        <ul>\n          <li>\n            <a href=\"#placement-medals\">\n              Placement Medals\n            <\/a>\n          <\/li>\n\n          <li>\n            <a href=\"#finisher-medals\">\n              Finisher Medals\n            <\/a>\n          <\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n      <\/li>\n\n      <li>\n        <a href=\"#choose-a-reliable-medal-supplier\">\n          Choose a Reliable Medal Supplier\n        <\/a>\n      <\/li>\n    <\/ul>\n  <\/nav>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/veperpins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/How-to-Design-Medals-for-Different-Placements-1024x768.webp\" alt=\"How to Design Medals for Different Placements\" class=\"wp-image-9604\" srcset=\"https:\/\/veperpins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/How-to-Design-Medals-for-Different-Placements-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/veperpins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/How-to-Design-Medals-for-Different-Placements-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/veperpins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/How-to-Design-Medals-for-Different-Placements-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/veperpins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/How-to-Design-Medals-for-Different-Placements-600x450.webp 600w, https:\/\/veperpins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/How-to-Design-Medals-for-Different-Placements.webp 1448w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether it\u2019s a road race, marathon, sports league, school competition, or company event, <a href=\"https:\/\/veperpins.com\/custom-medal\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"553\">custom medals<\/a> are a great way to recognize both top performers and everyone who takes part.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But when an event includes first, second, and third place along with finisher or participation awards, how do you make each one easy to tell apart?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A common approach is to use gold, silver, and bronze finishes for the top three places. For finishers, participants, or commemorative pieces, black nickel, antique silver, or another finish can help create a clear visual difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this guide, we\u2019ll look at how to design awards for each placement and how to choose the right style for different types of participants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"what-are-gold-silver-and-bronze-medals-made-of\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">What Are Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medals Made Of?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/veperpins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/custom-medals-for-tournaments-1024x768.webp\" alt=\"custom medals for tournaments\" class=\"wp-image-9607\" srcset=\"https:\/\/veperpins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/custom-medals-for-tournaments-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/veperpins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/custom-medals-for-tournaments-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/veperpins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/custom-medals-for-tournaments-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/veperpins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/custom-medals-for-tournaments-600x450.webp 600w, https:\/\/veperpins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/custom-medals-for-tournaments.webp 1448w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A lot of people assume gold, silver, and bronze medals are made from the metals they\u2019re named after, but that\u2019s usually not the case. Even <a href=\"https:\/\/library.olympics.com\/Default\/digitalCollection\/DigitalCollectionAttachmentDownloadHandler.ashx?documentId=173441&amp;skipWatermark=true\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/library.olympics.com\/Default\/digitalCollection\/DigitalCollectionAttachmentDownloadHandler.ashx?documentId=173441&amp;skipWatermark=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">modern Olympic gold medals<\/a> aren\u2019t solid gold. They\u2019re made mostly from silver that\u2019s at least 92.5% pure, then coated with 6 grams of pure gold. Bronze medals are typically made from a copper-based alloy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For commercial events and custom medals, the material you choose usually comes down to the design, production method, and budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/veperpins.com\/custom-medal-types-and-materials\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/veperpins.com\/custom-medal-types-and-materials\/\">Zinc alloy is the most common option<\/a> and the one most of our customers choose. It works especially well for detailed shapes, raised designs, and cutouts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Iron<\/strong> costs less and works well for simpler designs or projects with a tighter budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Copper or brass<\/strong> costs more, but it feels heavier in the hand and gives the finished piece a more premium metal feel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"how-to-design-medals-for-different-placements\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">How to Design Medals for Different Placements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/veperpins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/The-Top-Three-Can-Share-One-Mold-1024x768.webp\" alt=\"The Top Three Can Share One Mold\" class=\"wp-image-9610\" srcset=\"https:\/\/veperpins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/The-Top-Three-Can-Share-One-Mold-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/veperpins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/The-Top-Three-Can-Share-One-Mold-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/veperpins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/The-Top-Three-Can-Share-One-Mold-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/veperpins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/The-Top-Three-Can-Share-One-Mold-600x450.webp 600w, https:\/\/veperpins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/The-Top-Three-Can-Share-One-Mold.webp 1448w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"the-top-three-can-share-one-mold\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">1. The Top Three Can Share One Mold<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A common way to do this is to use the same mold for first, second, and third place, then change the plating:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>First place: Polished Gold<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Second place: Polished Silver<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Third place: Copper or Antique Bronze<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This keeps the whole set consistent while still making each placement easy to tell apart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If changing the plating alone doesn\u2019t feel like enough, you can also switch up the enamel colors. For example, red for first, blue for second, and green for third, with matching ribbon colors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can also add <strong>1st, 2nd, 3rd<\/strong>, names, numbers, or dates with laser engraving without changing the original mold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"finisher-awards-can-use-the-same-base-design-too\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">2. Finisher Awards Can Use the Same Base Design Too<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/veperpins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/custom-medals-no-minimum-1024x768.webp\" alt=\"custom medals no minimum\" class=\"wp-image-9609\" srcset=\"https:\/\/veperpins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/custom-medals-no-minimum-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/veperpins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/custom-medals-no-minimum-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/veperpins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/custom-medals-no-minimum-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/veperpins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/custom-medals-no-minimum-600x450.webp 600w, https:\/\/veperpins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/custom-medals-no-minimum.webp 1448w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your finisher medals use the same mold as the top-three awards, you can still make them feel different through the finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example, while first, second, and third place use gold, silver, and bronze, the finisher version could use black nickel, antique silver, or another metal finish. You can also keep more of the metal exposed, use fewer enamel colors, and pair it with an event-themed ribbon that includes <strong>FINISHER<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That way, you can give the finisher medal its own look without making a new mold, while also keeping production costs under control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"when-do-you-need-a-new-mold\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">When Do You Need a New Mold?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the medal\u2019s shape, size, thickness, raised details, or fixed design elements change, you\u2019ll usually need a new mold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Think of the mold like a stamp. If 2026 is built into the design as raised or recessed text, that year is fixed into the mold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So when 2027 comes around, even if everything else stays exactly the same, changing 2026 to 2027 would still require a new mold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"how-many-of-each-medal-should-you-order\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">How Many of Each Medal Should You Order?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It helps to calculate placement medals and finisher medals separately, since they\u2019re based on different numbers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"placement-medals\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Placement Medals<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For gold, silver, and bronze, start with the number of events and divisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Formula:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Number of events \u00d7 number of gender\/age divisions \u00d7 3<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example, if you have 2 events and each one has a men\u2019s and women\u2019s division:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>2 \u00d7 2 \u00d7 3 = 12 medals<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That means 4 gold, 4 silver, and 4 bronze.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s also a good idea to add an extra <strong>2%\u20135%<\/strong> for ties, damaged pieces, or keepsakes for organizers and sponsors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"finisher-medals\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Finisher Medals<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For finisher medals, ordering based on total registrations alone can leave you with too many, since not everyone who signs up will show up or finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A simple way to estimate the quantity is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Registration cap \u00d7 expected attendance rate \u00d7 expected finish rate + 5% extra<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example, if your registration cap is 1,000, you expect 90% of runners to show up, and 95% of those runners to finish:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>1,000 \u00d7 90% \u00d7 95% = 855<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Add a 5% buffer, and you\u2019d want to order about <strong>898\u2013900 medals<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That small extra amount gives you some room for last-minute registrations, counting errors, or damaged medals without overordering by too much.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/veperpins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/custom-medals-for-corporate-events-1024x768.webp\" alt=\"custom medals for corporate events\" class=\"wp-image-9611\" srcset=\"https:\/\/veperpins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/custom-medals-for-corporate-events-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/veperpins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/custom-medals-for-corporate-events-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/veperpins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/custom-medals-for-corporate-events-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/veperpins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/custom-medals-for-corporate-events-600x450.webp 600w, https:\/\/veperpins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/custom-medals-for-corporate-events.webp 1448w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"choose-a-reliable-medal-supplier\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Choose a Reliable Medal Supplier<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your medal supplier is part of the event planning process too. A great design doesn\u2019t help much if the medals don\u2019t arrive before event day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At VeperPins, production can be completed in as little as 5 days, and there\u2019s no minimum order quantity. Whether you\u2019re planning a small local competition or a large event, you can order based on what you actually need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Planning your next event? Take a look around our website \u2014 we\u2019d be happy to help you get the medals ready and keep things on track.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<style data-wp-block-html=\"css\">\n.vp-medal-cta {\n  margin: 28px 0;\n}\n\n.vp-medal-cta-btn {\n  display: inline-block;\n  padding: 14px 28px;\n  background: #000;\n  color: #fff !important;\n  font-size: 16px;\n  font-weight: 700;\n  line-height: 1.4;\n  text-decoration: none !important;\n  border-radius: 10px;\n  transition: all 0.2s ease;\n}\n\n.vp-medal-cta-btn:hover {\n  background: #222;\n  color: #fff !important;\n  transform: translateY(-1px);\n}\n<\/style>\n\n<div class=\"vp-medal-cta\">\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/veperpins.com\/custom-medals-quote\/\" class=\"vp-medal-cta-btn\">\n    Create Your One-of-a-Kind Medal\n  <\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column vp-blog-sidebar-wrap is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:344px\">\n<aside class=\"vp-sidebar\" aria-label=\"Article Sidebar\">\n  <section class=\"vp-side-box vp-side-cta\">\n    <h3>Need a Custom Quote?<\/h3>\n    <p>\n      Get factory-direct pricing, free design support, and fast production for custom promotional products.\n    <\/p>\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/veperpins.com\/get-quote\/\" class=\"vp-side-btn\">Get Free Quote<\/a>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <section class=\"vp-side-box\">\n    <h3>Why Work With Us<\/h3>\n    <ul class=\"vp-side-list\">\n      <li>Low Minimum Order Quantity<\/li>\n      <li>Free Artwork Support<\/li>\n      <li>Fast Turnaround<\/li>\n      <li>Worldwide Shipping<\/li>\n    <\/ul>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <section class=\"vp-side-box\">\n    <h3>View Pricing<\/h3>\n    <div class=\"vp-side-tags\">\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/veperpins.com\/custom-pins-pricing\/\">Custom Pins Pricing<\/a>\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/veperpins.com\/custom-coins-pricing\/\">Challenge Coins Pricing<\/a>\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/veperpins.com\/custom-medals-pricing\/\">Medals Pricing<\/a>\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/veperpins.com\/custom-keychains-pricing\/\">Keychains Pricing<\/a>\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/veperpins.com\/custom-patches-pricing\/\">Patches Pricing<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <section class=\"vp-side-box\">\n    <h3>Share This Article<\/h3>\n    <div class=\"vp-side-share\">\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer\/sharer.php?u=https:\/\/veperpins.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Facebook<\/a>\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?url=https:\/\/veperpins.com\/&#038;text=Check%20this%20out\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">X<\/a>\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/sharing\/share-offsite\/?url=https:\/\/veperpins.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">LinkedIn<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents What Are Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medals Made Of? 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