Blank coins are small canvas for crafting creation. People do hand engraving, chemical etching or laser engraving on different blank coins, while some gets comfused, where do you guys get them?
As we all know, big platform online like Etsy, Amazon and eBay can be good and reliable places to get your ideal blank canvas. However, today we share several sites for engraved coins purchasing.
Where Can I Buy Blank Coins?
Of course the first type of platform we would liek to recommend is worldwide selling websites below, first we get a glance for the quick form:
| Platform | Best For | Why Recommend | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon | Hobbyists & small-batch buyers | Wide selection, fast/free delivery | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Etsy | DIYers & gift makers | Unique blank coins with special finishes; supports customization | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| eBay | Collectors & international buyers | Global marketplace, more for engraved coins accessories | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| AliExpress | Businesses & bulk orders | Bulk supply at lower cost | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
Above platforms are perfect for coin engraving novice, who have lower demands for the coins' materials and characters, and pay more attention to experiencing the coin processing.
And we also make a form for coins' size and average price:
| Platform | Common Diameter × Thickness | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon |
20mm~50mm*0.5mm~3mm |
$0.7 USD~$7.95 USD |
| Etsy | 25mm~50mm*0.8mm~6mm | $0.5 USD~$12 USD, depends on thickness |
| eBay | 40 mm/50 mm*3 mm | $1.5 USD~$7 USD |
| AliExpress | 25 mm~50mm*3 mm | $0.3 USD~$2 USD$ |
Sites for High Demands:
There are also several sites for blank coins purchasing. Especially for some laser engraver suppliers like EM-Smart, xTool, Lacerpecker and so on, for laser engraving is one of the best ways for engraved coins.
We searched in Reddit, and selected some truly affordable and high-quality sites for buying blank coins.
1. Swiss Bui CNC Coin Blanks
- Coin Size: Most of the coins(round shape) is around 32mm diameter and 1.5mm~5mm thickness.
- Price Average: $1.5~5 USD for each coin, price depends on materials.
2. limitlesssolutions.org.uk
Limitlesssolution provides buyers not only high-quality blank coins(brass, copper and titanium), but laser engraving an cutting service. This means you can leave your contact information and laser cutter files, etc. you can get a engraved coin or something you want. Also, just as the banner above, it offers various blanks for laser engraving machine owners.
- Coin Size: The most common size shall be 25~50mm diameter and 3~5mm thickness. However, special size from 60~90mm diameter with 5.5~8mm thickness can be found in this site.
- Price Average: Basically around $2~6 USD each, for special offers is around $20 USD.
3. Blank Bank
This site is not easy to find out, so I shall leave the original site here. Similar with limitlesssolution.uk, Blank Bank offers people blank coins(brass and copper almost), and other lsaer engraving materials blank, like metal business cards, even firearms for laser engraving. Ungortunately, half of the prodcuts is out of stock, maybe I come in a wrong time, hope the merchants will replenish them later.
- Coin Size: 40mm diameter and 3mm thickness
- Price Average: $3.5 USD for each, one sample coin for free.
4. lstarsigns.com
Istarsigns.com is a site selling various materials, and it has a clear catelog in which "Laser Engraved" can be found. It provides coin types including zinc alloy, aluminum, blank nickel plated coin, gold plated coin, brass and copper.
- Coin Size: 40mm diameter*3mm thickness
- Price Average: $4 USD ~$6 USD each
5. Heavy Metal Blanks
Heavy Metal Blanks sells blank coins on the homepage. You can choose materials include brass, copper, stainless steel, aluminum and titanium. Each coin has two edges to choose, much friendly for crafting works.
- Coin Size: 32mm/40mm diameter*3mm thickness
- Price Average: $3.5 USD~$7 USD each
6. Umburry
Umburry has wider range of coins compared with the above ones, no matter for the materials or the sizes and types. It has not only the pure or bare metal materials, but the plated coins. From my point of view, it is real afforable for batch purchasing.
- Coin Size: 32mm~80mm diameter and 3mm~5mm thickness
- Price Average: $0.75 USD~$7.4 USD each
7. RANGER Industries
Ranger Coin Store is a trusted U.S. vendor for blank coins for engraving, offering high-quality blanks in bronze, gold, and other finishes. With per-coin pricing around $5–11 and optional engraving services, it’s an excellent choice for hobbyists, gift makers, and collectors who want durable, premium engraving-ready coins.
- Coin Size: 39mm~47mm diameter
- Price Average: $5 USD ~ $14 USD each, lower price for blank coin, higher for engraved one.
Above 7 sites are for purchasing, hope laser novice who are fond of coin engraving can find your ideal one. Also, for people who search for blank coins, hope these sites can help you in a way. If you would like to explore laser engraving in this way, get a ideal desktop laser engraver as you like.
And for coins collectors, we also find some sites selling exquisite/ancient coins, you may check sites include:
Vcoins, MA-Shops, APMEX, Liberty Coin, sdbullion, silvergoldbull, rcnh.com, MilesFranklin，JM Bullion, Gainesville Coin，Hero Bullion.
Fake Blank Coins or 100% Raw Material
Actually, blank coins can be "fake", which means the surface of the coin is plated with a layer of other materials like gold or brass, etc. This can make a coin more high-end, while the biggest cons shall be worse engraving results, or different color in a coin.
It is not a big deal for people who just want to get an engraved coin, or try coin engraving. But it matters when you do personalized service or online coins selling. People in Reddit has shared his experience online for the "fake" coin.
(details please check in Reddit)
You may can identify whether it is real one depends on its weight, for it is hard to know the answer from its surface. Another way is to contact with the merchants, asking for the material details. Lower price may get the real one, but it is rare, and do not thinking that maybe I am the lucky dog!
How to Engrave Coins?
Three ways for coin engraving: hand engraving, chemical etching and laser engraving. Hand engraivng suits for soft material engraving like leather, and large-scale carving process, while chemical etching is not recommend if you have better choice.
For laser engraving, the first thing you need to do is to get a desktop laser engraver, 20W can be enough for newbies to do precise engraving or photo laser engraving. But if you would like to try deep laser engraving or laser cutting, choose one with 50W or 60W laser engraver machine.
If you already have one, the rest is easy to operate. Prepare the laser files or your own designs, and engrave with right settings. If you do surface engraving, set 50~60% power and 1000-1500mm/s.
Related Reading:
How to engrave coins - a clear guide
What Can I Engrave on a Coin?
Simple & Symbolic:
- Initials, name, or a significant date.
- Minimalist shapes: a star, moon, heart, or infinity symbol.
- A single feather, key, or anchor.
Nature-Inspired:
- A tiny mountain range or a single tree (like a bonsai).
- A animal silhouette: an owl, wolf, cat, or your spirit animal.
- A delicate flower (rose, lily, sunflower).
Personal & Custom:
- Your zodiac or planetary sign.
- A musical note, treble clef, or tiny guitar.
- A meaningful word: "Hope," "Love," "Strength."
Creative Re-Design (Advanced):
- Add a hat, glasses, or a beard to a existing portrait on the coin.
- Extend the coin's existing patterns into your own ornate design.
- Create a "Hobo Nickel" style character by transforming the face.
Coclusion
Coin engraving can be a good choice for people from every level. And blank coins are the knid of laser engraving material which provides nice engraving experience with low price. Signature or photos, anything you want to engrave, give them a try.
