Custom 3D Locket Metal Acrylic Medals | Interactive Lantern-Style Race Awards

This 3D Locket Medal is a masterclass in interactive storytelling, blending the elegance of a vintage locket with the modern prestige of an athletic award. Its unique magnetic hinge and clear display compartment allow runners to literally “carry” their memories, making it a standout keepsake that redefines what a finisher medal can be.

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The Custom 3D Locket Lantern Acrylic Medal is designed for themed races, cultural events, and interactive competitions that celebrate both craftsmanship and participant engagement. Its distinctive lantern-like cylindrical form is achieved through high-precision zinc alloy die-casting and multi-part assembly, creating a premium, three-dimensional structure. The medal incorporates a mechanical hinge and embedded neodymium magnet, allowing the top “cap” to flip open with a satisfying click while ensuring secure closure. The mixed-media design seamlessly integrates a clear faceted acrylic lower body with a decorative metal upper casing featuring intricate filigree and selective green enamel infills, resulting in a visually striking and interactive finisher keepsake.

Why This Medal Fits This Scene

The interactive flip-top locket adds tactile engagement, allowing participants to reveal the acrylic core while enjoying the secure magnetic closure. The 3D die-cast structure combined with the faceted acrylic and selective green enamel provides depth, contrast, and a premium look. This medal is ideal for cultural or themed races, delivering a keepsake that is both collectible and interactive, offering participants a unique memento of achievement.

Custom Options Table

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Suggested Content

Event Type

Themed marathons, cultural runs, interactive challenge events

Audience

Participants, collectors, enthusiasts of interactive medals

Core Design Element

Lantern-shaped medal with flip-top locket mechanism

Medal Structure

High-precision zinc alloy die-cast frame with acrylic lower body

Finish

Decorative metal casing with selective green enamel infill and polished surfaces

Mechanical Features

Flip-top cap with hinge and neodymium magnetic closure

Mixed-Media Integration

Metal and faceted acrylic combination for structural and visual appeal

Texture Effect

Smooth metal, intricate filigree, and clear acrylic facets

Ribbon Style

Custom printed ribbons matching event theme or colors

Optional Function

Event logo, participant name, race distance

MOQ Suggestion

Minimum 100 pcs. Flexible order quantities — contact us for a tailored quote.

Best Order Window

Recommended 3–5 months before event date

Recommended Packaging

Protective box, velvet pouch, or premium display case

Why Badge Artisans

Badge Artisans is a direct medal custom manufacturer with in-house expertise in 3D die-casting, mixed-media assembly, mechanical hinge integration, and enamel infilling. This integrated workflow ensures interactive medals are produced with consistent quality, durable mechanisms, and visually striking details. Learn more about our craftsmanship and processes on our About us page.

FAQ

The medal features a mechanical hinge allowing the top cap to flip open, while an embedded neodymium magnet provides a secure and satisfying “click” when closed.

The frame is crafted from high-precision zinc alloy, combined with a faceted acrylic lower body. The decorative metal upper casing includes selective green enamel infills.

The metal upper casing is precision die-cast with detailed open-work filigree, integrated seamlessly with the acrylic body for visual contrast.

Yes. Ribbons can be printed with event logos, themed graphics, or participant details to complement the medal design.

We recommend 70–85 mm diameter and 4–6 mm thickness to ensure structural integrity and comfortable handling while maintaining visibility of interactive features.

Yes. We support bulk production for themed events and interactive medal designs. For tiered pricing and production details, visit our Custom Medals Bulk Order page.

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