When choosing a crystal award, you may come across terms such as optical crystal, K9 crystal, jade glass and subsurface laser engraving. These descriptions refer to different aspects of an award, from the material and appearance to the technique used to personalise it. Understanding what each term means can help you compare products, assess design options and make a more informed choice.
Optical crystal describes the clarity of the material, while jade glass refers to a distinctive green-tinted appearance. K9 is a material designation commonly used in crystal and optical glass products. Subsurface laser engraving, meanwhile, is a specialist process that creates designs within the glass rather than marking only its outer surface.
These terms can sometimes sound technical, particularly when you are comparing glass trophies, corporate awards or bespoke designs. This guide explains the terminology in straightforward language, covering what each term means, how the materials and engraving methods differ, and what to consider when selecting an award.
By the end, you will have a clearer understanding of crystal award materials, engraving techniques and personalisation options, helping you explore the glass trophies and awards available at Laser Crystal with greater confidence.
What Is Optical Crystal?
Optical crystal is a highly clear glass material used to create premium awards, trophies and presentation pieces. The term refers to its optical clarity, allowing light to pass through the material with minimal visual distortion. In crystal awards, this transparency provides a clear view of engraved designs, logos and other details, making the material suitable for both traditional and contemporary award styles.
What Does Optically Pure Crystal Mean?
The phrase optically pure crystal describes material selected for its clarity and visual consistency. Rather than referring to a natural gemstone, it is used in the awards industry to describe clear crystal glass suitable for decorative and precision engraving applications.
Laser Crystal describes its awards and trophies as being manufactured from optically pure crystal glass, with clarity, brightness and weight forming part of the material’s appeal.
Why Optical Clarity Matters in Awards
Clarity is particularly relevant when an award features subsurface laser engraving. Since the design is created inside the glass, the transparent material allows the engraved points to remain visible from the outside. Light passing through the crystal helps reveal the frosted detail, giving the design depth and definition.
Optical clarity also allows the award’s cut edges and surfaces to reflect light, contributing to its appearance when displayed in an office, reception area or awards cabinet.
How Optical Crystal Is Used in Trophies
Optical crystal is used for a variety of award shapes, including blocks, rectangles, plaques, cubes and bespoke designs. It can accommodate company logos, recipient names, award titles, dates and more detailed 2D or 3D imagery, depending on the design and engraving area.
Laser Crystal offers a range of glass trophies and awards made from optically pure crystal glass, with options for internal laser engraving and colour printing.
In simple terms, optical crystal describes the clarity of the material, while the engraving method describes how the design is applied. Understanding this distinction makes it easier to compare crystal award descriptions and personalisation options.
What Is K9 Crystal?
K9 crystal is a type of optical glass commonly used in crystal awards, trophies and decorative products. It is valued for its transparency and ability to be shaped and polished into clear, defined forms. Although the term includes the word crystal, K9 is glass rather than a naturally occurring gemstone.
The name K9 is associated with a recognised optical glass designation. In award descriptions, it is often used to identify clear glass intended for products where appearance, light transmission and precision finishing matter.
What Does K9 Mean?
K9 refers to a type of optical glass used in applications such as lenses, prisms and decorative crystal products. It is commonly associated with high transparency and a clear appearance.
In the awards industry, however, K9 should be understood as a material designation rather than a universal quality score. The finished appearance of an award also depends on factors such as cutting, polishing, shape and manufacturing consistency. Different suppliers may use material descriptions differently, so checking the product specification is useful when comparing awards.
Is K9 Crystal the Same as Glass?
Yes, K9 crystal is a form of glass. The word crystal is widely used in the awards and decorative glass industries to describe clear, polished products, but it does not mean the material is a natural crystal.
K9 is also distinct from traditional lead crystal terminology. Buyers should not assume that a product contains lead, or that the number in K9 indicates a guaranteed lead percentage. If a specific composition or lead-content declaration matters for an order, ask the supplier for details about the exact material.
Where K9 Crystal Fits into Award Terminology
K9 crystal is one of the terms buyers may encounter when exploring clear glass awards. It describes the material, whereas subsurface laser engraving describes how a design is created inside it.
A K9 crystal award may feature a company logo, recipient name, award title or a more detailed design, depending on its shape and available engraving area. The material’s clarity can also help make internal laser engraving visible.
When comparing products, look beyond the word K9 alone. Consider the award’s dimensions, finish, design, personalisation options and suitability for the occasion. This makes it easier to understand what the product description actually tells you before moving on to the engraving process.
What Is Jade Glass?
Jade glass is glass with a distinctive, subtle green colour inspired by the appearance of jade. In crystal and glass awards, it offers an alternative to traditional clear designs while retaining the polished finish associated with glass trophies. The term describes the material’s colour and appearance rather than a separate engraving technique.
Jade glass awards are often selected for corporate recognition, employee achievements, business anniversaries and sporting events where a coloured award complements the occasion or brand identity.
Why Is It Called Jade Glass?
The name comes from its jade-like green appearance. Unlike clear crystal, which allows light to pass through with little visible colour, jade glass has a gentle green tint that gives the award a different visual character.
For example, Laser Crystal’s Arctic Jade award features subtle jade-coloured glass, angular edges and a contemporary design. It is available in two sizes and can be personalised with a company logo, recipient name or event wording.
Jade Glass vs Clear Crystal
The main visible difference is colour. Clear crystal has a transparent appearance that allows the engraving and internal details to stand out against the background. Jade glass introduces a green tint, creating a distinctive look while retaining the glass award’s polished surfaces and light-reflecting edges.
| Feature | Jade Glass | Clear Crystal |
| Appearance | Subtle jade-green tint | Transparent, clear finish |
| Visual style | Coloured and distinctive | Classic and understated |
| Personalisation | Can feature logos, names and messages | Can feature logos, names and messages |
| Engraving options | Depends on the award and design | Depends on the award and design |
The choice is primarily about the intended appearance and presentation rather than assuming one material is automatically more suitable for every event.
Can Jade Glass Awards Be Engraved?
Yes. Jade glass awards can be personalised with logos, recipient names, award titles, dates and bespoke designs. Laser Crystal offers 3D laser engraving on its jade-coloured award designs, with options depending on the product and artwork.
The Arctic Jade Award is one example, combining a subtle green appearance with angular facets and a large engraving area. It is also available in a clear version, allowing buyers to compare the two finishes.
Explore the full range of glass trophies and awards to see different shapes, colours and personalisation options.
In simple terms, jade glass describes the colour and appearance of the award, while laser engraving describes how its personalised design is created.
What Is Subsurface Laser Engraving?
Subsurface laser engraving is a method of creating a design inside crystal or glass rather than engraving directly onto its outer surface. Laser Crystal uses this technique, also known as SSLE, to create detailed designs within crystal awards, trophies, paperweights and gifts.
Instead of removing material from the surface, a focused laser beam is directed to precise points beneath the surface of the crystal. At each focal point, the laser creates a tiny fracture. Thousands of these points can be positioned to form text, logos, images or three-dimensional designs inside the glass.
How Does Subsurface Laser Engraving Work?
The process starts with digital artwork or a design prepared for the selected crystal product. Specialist software converts the design into information that the laser engraving machine can use to identify the precise coordinates required inside the crystal.
The laser then focuses its beam at those points beneath the surface. Each tiny fracture becomes part of the overall image, with the individual points combining to create the finished engraving.
For 2D engraving, the design is created using points at the same depth. With 3D laser engraving, points are positioned at different depths and coordinates to create a three-dimensional image.
What Is the Difference Between Surface and Subsurface Engraving?
Traditional surface engraving marks the outside of a material, while subsurface engraving creates the design within the crystal or glass.
This difference gives subsurface engraving its distinctive appearance. The outer surface of the award remains smooth while the engraved design is visible inside the transparent material. Laser Crystal describes the resulting effect as a frosted design within the glass.
Because the engraving is created internally, the technique is particularly suited to clear crystal awards where the design can be viewed through the material.
Why Does the Engraving Look Frosted?
The tiny fractures created by the laser alter how light interacts with those points inside the crystal. When many of these points are arranged together, they appear as a visible frosted design.
This allows a crystal award to display company logos, text, photographs, buildings, objects and other imagery within the glass. Laser Crystal offers both 2D and 3D subsurface engraving, depending on the design and desired result.
For a closer explanation of the process, see subsurface laser engraving.
In simple terms, subsurface laser engraving creates the design inside the crystal rather than on its surface. The material remains smooth externally, while the precisely positioned laser points form the visible engraved image within the award.
2D vs 3D Crystal Engraving: What Is the Difference?
When choosing a crystal award, you may come across 2D laser engraving and 3D laser engraving. Both use laser technology to create designs within crystal or glass, but they differ in how the engraved points are arranged and the type of image they can produce.
The right option depends on the artwork, the level of detail required and the way you want the finished award to look.
What Is 2D Laser Engraving?
2D laser engraving creates a flat design within the crystal, with the laser points positioned at a consistent depth. It is well suited to straightforward artwork such as company logos, names, award titles, dates and short messages.
For example, a corporate award might feature a company logo alongside the recipient’s name and achievement. A 2D design can keep these elements clean and easy to recognise without introducing unnecessary depth.
What Is 3D Laser Engraving?
3D laser engraving creates an image using laser points positioned at different depths inside the crystal. This allows the engraving to reproduce greater visual depth and create a three-dimensional representation within the award.
3D engraving can be used for more detailed subjects such as photographs, buildings, products, people and objects. The original image is converted into a 3D design that can then be reproduced inside the crystal.
The quality of the finished result depends partly on the source image or artwork. Clear, well-defined images generally provide a better starting point for creating detailed 3D engraving.
Which Designs Can Be Engraved Inside Crystal?
Both 2D and 3D engraving can be used for personalised crystal awards, but the most suitable method depends on the design.
2D engraving can be suitable for:
- Company logos
- Names and job titles
- Award titles
- Dates
- Short messages
- Simple graphics
3D engraving can be suitable for:
- Photographs
- Buildings
- Products
- People
- Detailed objects
- More complex visual designs
Laser Crystal explains that its subsurface laser engraving process can create both 2D and 3D designs inside glass and crystal, including logos, text, photographs, buildings and products.
The distinction is therefore not about one method being universally better than the other. 2D engraving is often appropriate for clean graphic designs and text, while 3D engraving allows greater depth for detailed imagery. The award’s shape, available engraving area and artwork should all be considered before selecting the method.
For a deeper explanation of the process, see subsurface laser engraving.
Can Crystal Awards Be Colour Printed?
Laser engraving and colour printing are two different ways of personalising a crystal award. Subsurface laser engraving creates a design within the crystal, while digital colour printing adds colour to the surface of the award. Depending on the product and design, the two techniques can also be combined to create a more detailed finished piece.
Laser Engraving vs Digital Colour Printing
With subsurface laser engraving, the design is created inside the crystal using precisely positioned laser points. This can produce logos, text, photographs and 3D imagery that appear within the transparent material.
Digital colour printing works differently. Colour is printed onto the surface of the crystal using specialist printing equipment. This makes it possible to reproduce brand colours, graphics and other colourful design elements that cannot be represented by the frosted appearance of laser engraving alone.
This distinction is useful when planning artwork. A company logo may be laser engraved inside the crystal for a subtle frosted effect, while its brand colours can be reproduced separately through colour printing.
Can Engraving and Colour Printing Be Combined?
Yes. Laser Crystal offers designs that combine 3D laser engraving with full-colour printing. Colour can be applied to the front of an award, used as a background, added to a logo or printed onto the base. This can create contrast between the internal engraved design and the coloured elements on the surface.
For example, a corporate award could feature a 3D engraved building or product inside the crystal, with the company’s logo printed in its brand colours on the surface. The exact combination will depend on the award shape, artwork and available print areas.
What Are Full Colour Awards?
Colour printed awards are crystal or glass awards that use digital colour printing to add vibrant graphics, logos, images or other coloured artwork. Laser Crystal states that full-colour printing is available for most of its crystal shapes, with the ability to print onto crystal pieces up to 150mm in depth.
Colour can be used in several ways, including:
- Logo colour: reproduce a company logo in its brand colours.
- Background colour: create a coloured area behind an engraved design.
- Base colour: add colour to the base so that it changes the overall appearance of the award.
- Image printing: reproduce photographic or graphic imagery in colour.
- Coloured text: use colour to distinguish important wording or award categories.
If colour is an important part of your branding or award design, explore Laser Crystal’s colour printed awards to see the available options. The colour printed awards product page also explains how colour printing can be combined with 3D engraving.
For more examples and ideas, see adding colour to your bespoke crystal trophies and awards.
In simple terms, laser engraving creates the design inside the crystal, while colour printing adds coloured artwork to its surface. When suitable for the design, both techniques can be combined to create a personalised crystal award with internal detail and vibrant colour.
Optical Crystal, K9 and Jade Glass: Key Differences Explained
Optical crystal, K9 crystal and jade glass are terms you may see when comparing crystal and glass awards, but they do not describe exactly the same thing. Optical crystal and K9 are primarily material terms, while jade glass describes the colour and appearance of the glass.
Subsurface laser engraving is different again. It describes the personalisation process, rather than the material itself. This distinction is important when comparing award specifications because an award can have one material description and a separate engraving method.
| Term | What it refers to | What buyers should understand |
| Optical crystal | A highly clear crystal glass material | Its clarity is particularly relevant to transparent awards and internal engraving |
| K9 crystal | A designation commonly used for a type of optical glass | It describes the material rather than the engraving method |
| Jade glass | Glass with a jade-like green appearance | The term describes colour and appearance rather than a specific engraving process |
| Subsurface laser engraving | A laser personalisation technique | The design is created inside the crystal or glass rather than only on its outer surface |
Optical Crystal vs K9 Crystal
Optical crystal and K9 crystal can both refer to clear optical glass used for decorative products and awards. The terminology can vary between suppliers, so it is useful to check the specific material description rather than assuming that the terms are interchangeable in every product listing.
For buyers, the important factors include the award’s clarity, shape, finish, dimensions and available personalisation options. The material name alone does not determine the finished appearance of the award.
Jade Glass vs Clear Crystal
The most obvious difference between jade glass and clear crystal is appearance. Clear crystal has a transparent finish, while jade glass has a subtle green tint.
This can affect how a logo, message or engraved design appears within the finished award. Jade glass can provide a different visual style for corporate recognition, while clear crystal offers a classic transparent presentation that works particularly well with internal engraving.
Where Does Subsurface Laser Engraving Fit In?
Unlike the three material or appearance terms above, subsurface laser engraving describes how the award is personalised. The laser creates precisely positioned points beneath the surface of the glass or crystal, forming the visible design within the material.
This means that an award can be described by its material and its engraving method separately. For example, a clear crystal award could feature subsurface laser engraving, while another award could use colour printing on its surface.
For a broader comparison of award materials, see crystal vs glass vs acrylic vs metal awards.
The simplest way to remember the difference is: optical crystal and K9 describe material terminology, jade glass describes appearance, and subsurface laser engraving describes the personalisation technique.
How to Choose the Right Crystal or Glass Award?
Understanding the terminology is useful, but the next step is applying it when choosing an award. Material, appearance, engraving method, colour options, size and presentation can all affect which crystal or glass award is suitable for a particular event.
Laser Crystal offers a wide range of glass awards and crystal trophies that can be personalised with 3D engraving, individual names, dates and bespoke designs.
Consider the Award’s Appearance
Start with the visual style you want to achieve. Clear optical crystal provides a transparent, polished appearance that works particularly well with internal laser engraving. Jade glass offers a green-tinted alternative, while colour printing can introduce brand colours and detailed graphics.
Think about how the award will look when displayed alongside the company’s branding, event styling or other awards. The shape and finish should complement the occasion rather than competing with the personalised design.
Think About the Engraving Design
The artwork should influence the type of award you choose. A simple company logo and recipient name may work well with 2D engraving, while a photograph, building, product or detailed object may be better suited to 3D laser engraving.
Consider the amount of text and detail required before selecting the award. A design with several names, dates or a longer message needs enough usable engraving space to remain clear and balanced.
For more complex requirements, Laser Crystal’s bespoke awards can incorporate custom designs and 3D detail, with options including full-colour printing and other finishes.
Decide Whether Colour Printing Is Needed
If your design depends on specific brand colours, consider colour printing alongside or instead of laser engraving. Colour printing can add logos, graphics and other coloured elements to a glass award, while subsurface engraving creates the design within the crystal.
This can be particularly useful for corporate awards where maintaining recognisable brand colours is important.
Check Size, Shape and Presentation
The physical size and shape of the award should match the amount of information you need to include and where the recipient is likely to display it. A compact award may suit a simple logo and short message, while a larger bespoke piece can provide more room for detailed artwork.
Presentation is another consideration. A quality presentation box can protect the award and contribute to the experience of receiving it. Laser Crystal supplies its crystal awards in satin-lined presentation gift boxes and also offers bespoke packaging options.
You can also consider a gift boxes and bases option if you want to add a handcrafted wooden base, LED lighting or personalised presentation packaging.
For a more distinctive design, explore bespoke crystal awards, where the design can be developed around the event, organisation or achievement.
In simple terms, choose the material and appearance first, then consider the artwork, engraving method, colour requirements, size and presentation. This approach helps ensure that the finished crystal or glass award suits both the achievement and the design you want to create.
Crystal Award Terms to Know Before Ordering
Crystal award descriptions can contain several technical terms, especially when you are comparing materials, engraving methods and personalisation options. Knowing the basic terminology makes product descriptions easier to understand and helps you discuss your requirements with an award supplier.
Here are some of the most useful terms to know before ordering a crystal or glass award.
Optical Clarity
Optical clarity refers to how clear and transparent the crystal or glass appears. Clear materials allow light to pass through and can make internal laser engraving particularly visible.
K9
K9 is a designation commonly used for a type of optical glass. In crystal awards, the term generally relates to the material rather than the engraving method or finished design.
Jade Glass
Jade glass refers to glass with a jade-like green tint. It provides a coloured alternative to clear crystal while still offering a polished glass appearance.
Subsurface Laser Engraving
Subsurface laser engraving creates a design beneath the surface of the crystal or glass. Precisely positioned laser points form the visible design inside the material, rather than creating a mark only on the outside.
2D Engraving
2D engraving creates a relatively flat design inside the crystal. It can be suitable for logos, names, dates, award titles and simpler graphics.
3D Engraving
3D engraving uses laser points positioned at different depths to create a three-dimensional image inside the crystal. It can be used for photographs, buildings, products, people and other detailed subjects.
Digital Colour Printing
Digital colour printing adds coloured artwork to the surface of a crystal or glass award. It can reproduce logos, graphics, photographs and brand colours. Depending on the product and design, colour printing can also be combined with laser engraving.
Bespoke Award
A bespoke award is designed around specific requirements rather than using only a standard product shape. This can include custom shapes, sizes, wording, logos, imagery and other design elements.
Engraving Area
The engraving area is the part of the award available for personalisation. Its size and shape can affect how much text or artwork can be included and how large the finished design can appear.
Presentation Base
A presentation base is an additional base used to support or display a crystal or glass award. Bases can provide additional space for personalisation and can change how the finished award is presented.
Understanding these terms also makes it easier to compare different products and personalisation methods. If you are still deciding between an award, trophy or plaque, our guide to trophy vs award vs plaque explains how these formats differ and where each can be used.
Explore Glass and Crystal Awards at Laser Crystal
Once you understand the difference between optical crystal, K9, jade glass and subsurface laser engraving, choosing an award becomes easier. The next step is to consider the award’s shape, material, engraving method and the type of artwork you want to include.
Laser Crystal offers a range of glass trophies and awards in different shapes and styles, with personalisation options available for corporate recognition, events, achievements and other occasions.
If you have a straightforward requirement, you can explore the standard award range and choose a shape that suits the occasion. Consider the amount of text, logo size and type of imagery you want to include before making your selection.
For more specific requirements, bespoke crystal awards can provide greater flexibility. Bespoke designs can be developed around particular branding, event themes, shapes, sizes or engraving requirements.
It is also worth considering how the finished award will be presented. Options such as gift boxes and bases can provide additional presentation and display options, depending on the award selected.
Need Help Choosing the Right Option?
If you are unsure which material, engraving method or award shape is appropriate, provide your logo or artwork and explain what you want the finished award to achieve. Details such as the occasion, quantity, preferred design, wording and deadline can help the design team understand your requirements.
For a more complex project, discussing the design before ordering can also help establish whether 2D engraving, 3D engraving, colour printing or a combination of techniques is suitable.
If you have a specific requirement or need advice about an award, you can contact Laser Crystal to discuss the project and available options.
The aim is to choose an award where the material, appearance, personalisation method and presentation work together. Once those elements are clear, you can move from understanding crystal award terminology to selecting a design that fits the occasion and your branding.
Conclusion: Understanding the Terms Behind Crystal Awards
Crystal award terminology can seem complicated at first, but the key terms describe different parts of the product and personalisation process.
Optical crystal describes a clear crystal glass material used for awards and trophies. K9 is a material designation commonly associated with optical glass, while jade glass describes glass with a distinctive green appearance. Subsurface laser engraving is different because it refers to the way a design is created inside the crystal rather than describing the material itself.
The same distinction applies when comparing 2D engraving, 3D engraving and colour printing. These are personalisation methods that can be selected according to the artwork and the appearance you want to achieve. Laser Crystal offers 3D laser engraving and full-colour printing across its award range, with bespoke options available for more specific requirements.
Before ordering, consider four key areas:
- Material: Decide whether a clear crystal or coloured glass appearance suits the award.
- Design: Consider the logo, text, photograph or other artwork you want to include.
- Personalisation: Choose between 2D or 3D engraving, colour printing, or a combination where suitable.
- Presentation: Consider the award’s size, shape, base and presentation packaging.
For a straightforward award, the standard range can provide a choice of established shapes and sizes. If your requirements involve a particular shape, detailed 3D design, branding or a combination of engraving and colour, a bespoke crystal award may provide greater flexibility. Laser Crystal’s bespoke service includes custom design and 3D visual development before production.
Ultimately, understanding the terminology helps you ask the right questions before placing an order. Material describes what the award is made from, appearance describes how it looks, and engraving or printing describes how your design is added. Once these distinctions are clear, it becomes much easier to compare crystal awards and choose the combination that fits your event, achievement and branding.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is optical crystal?
Optical crystal is a highly clear crystal glass material used for awards, trophies and decorative pieces. Its transparency allows light to pass through the material and helps internal laser engraving remain visible.
2. What is K9 crystal?
K9 crystal is a term commonly used for a type of optical glass. In crystal awards, K9 describes the material rather than the engraving technique or finished design.
3. Is K9 crystal real crystal?
K9 is a type of optical glass, despite the use of the word “crystal” in product descriptions. The term does not mean that the award is made from a naturally occurring gemstone crystal.
4. What is the difference between optical crystal and K9 crystal?
Both terms can refer to clear optical glass used for decorative products and awards. Optical crystal generally describes the material’s clarity, while K9 is a specific material designation. Product specifications should be checked when comparing materials between suppliers.
5. What is jade glass?
Jade glass is glass with a subtle jade-like green colour. In awards, it provides an alternative to clear crystal and can be personalised with logos, names, dates and other designs.
6. Is jade glass the same as clear crystal?
No. The main visible difference is colour. Clear crystal has a transparent appearance, while jade glass has a green tint. Both can be used for personalised awards, depending on the product and engraving requirements.
7. What is subsurface laser engraving?
Subsurface laser engraving creates a design inside crystal or glass rather than marking only the outer surface. A laser creates precisely positioned points beneath the surface, which form the visible engraved design.
8. How does subsurface engraving work?
A focused laser creates tiny points or fractures at specific positions inside the crystal. Thousands of these points can be arranged to reproduce text, logos, photographs or 3D imagery within the material.
9. What is the difference between 2D and 3D crystal engraving?
2D engraving creates a relatively flat design inside the crystal and is suitable for logos, names and simpler graphics. 3D engraving uses points at different depths to create greater dimensional detail and can be used for photographs, buildings, products and objects.
10. Can you engrave a logo inside crystal?
Yes. Company logos can be reproduced inside suitable crystal awards using subsurface laser engraving. The quality and complexity of the original artwork, along with the award’s size and available engraving area, can affect the finished result.
11. Can subsurface laser engraving include colour?
Subsurface laser engraving creates a frosted design inside the crystal rather than a full-colour image. Colour can be added separately through digital colour printing, and suitable designs can combine engraving with printed colour.
12. What is the difference between laser engraving and colour printing?
Laser engraving creates a design inside the crystal or glass, while colour printing applies coloured artwork to the surface. Colour printing can reproduce brand colours, graphics and photographs that require colour.
13. Are crystal awards made from glass?
Many products marketed as crystal awards are made from specialised clear glass materials rather than natural crystal. The exact material depends on the product and supplier, so checking the product specification is important when comparing awards.
14. What should I consider when choosing a crystal award?
Consider the material, award shape, size, artwork, engraving method, colour requirements and presentation. Also check how much space is available for names, logos and messages before selecting the final award.