Crystal Awards

Frequently Asked Questions About Crystal Awards – EDCO Awards & Specialties

🛒 Where can I order crystal awards and trophies?

You can order crystal awards directly from EDCO Awards & Specialties. EDCO is the largest crystal award and crystal trophy manufacturer in the USA. Unlike resellers, EDCO is the factory, producing over 1,000 unique crystal award designs. This allows us to deliver the highest quality crystal awards at factory-direct pricing for 20–30% less than competitor sites.

Our collection includes a wide variety of elegant crystal trophies in every shape and color theme, from diamonds, globes, and stars to modern towers and artistic glass creations. Each award is fully customizable with free engraving, full-color logo printing, and professional artwork proofs.

Whether you need a single award or 500 pieces, EDCO has you covered with the largest inventory and selection in the USA. We also offer wholesale pricing for bulk buyers, making us the go-to source for corporations, organizations, educational institutions, and government agencies nationwide.

With EDCO, you get unmatched craftsmanship, the widest selection, and the best value backed by a 5-star reputation trusted by some of the world’s largest companies and organizations.

🖋️ How can I incorporate my company logo into a crystal award?

At EDCO, incorporating your logo is simple and always free.

• We offer free logo vectorization

• Unlimited engraving with no setup fees

• Full-color printing or deep sandblast etching, depending on the award

• Free artwork proofs and revisions
  Our design team handles all formatting and layout to ensure your logo looks crisp, centered, and brand-consistent.

🏆 What are crystal awards?

Crystal awards are high-end, light-reflective trophies made from premium materials like:

• K9 Optical Crystal – Known for clarity, weight, and brilliance

• Starphire Crystal – Low-iron glass for superior transparency

• Optically Clear Glass – Polished and cut for sharp edges and shine

At EDCO, our crystal awards are shaped into elegant forms like diamonds, flames, globes, stars, octagons, circles, or even custom designs. These awards are then beveled, faceted, and mounted on a base before being engraved or color printed. Ideal for:

• Employee recognition

• Years of service (5, 10, 15, 20+ years)

• Leadership awards

• Retirement honors

• Inspirational or motivational awards

• Sales and performance milestones

📦 Do you offer shipping and delivery guarantees?

Yes! EDCO offers an on-time delivery guarantee or your money back.

• Standard production: 2–3 business days after proof approval

• Free shipping on all orders over $100 within the USA

• Drop shipping available worldwide
  Every crystal award is shipped in a presentation box and handled with care for safe delivery.

💵 How much is shipping?

Shipping is free for all orders over $100 anywhere in the continental USA. Orders under $100 are charged a flat rate at checkout.

✍️ How much does engraving and setup cost?

At EDCO, all engraving and setup are completely free.

• No hidden fees

• No upcharges for logo placement

• Unlimited text and logo engraving included in the listed price
  What you see on the product page is exactly what you pay.

📐 What are the differences between laser engraving and sandblasting?

Laser Engraving:

• Quick, cost-effective setup

• Works best on flat surfaces only

• Creates micro-fractures in the crystal (less crisp)

• Suitable for budget-friendly awards

Sandblasting (Deep Etching):

• Superior clarity and detail

• Works on curved and faceted surfaces

• Delivers precise logos, small text, and halftone shading

• Our preferred method for premium crystal pieces

EDCO uses sandblasting for most crystal awards to ensure a deep, clean, high-resolution finish that creates a true WOW factor.

🧠 What is optical crystal and why is it better than glass?

Optical crystal is crafted using purified silica and lead oxide, making it flawlessly clear and heavier than standard glass. Unlike soda-lime glass (used in cheap trophies), optical crystal has:

• No color tint or cloudiness

• Exceptional light refraction

• High weight and brilliance

• Ideal surface for deep engraving or printing

It’s the same material used in NASA lenses and professional optics, making it the perfect medium for high-end awards.

💬 Other Common Questions About Trophies & Awards

❓ What makes crystal awards better than glass or acrylic?

Crystal offers superior clarity, weight, and visual impact. It refracts light beautifully, feels substantial in hand, and gives your recognition a luxury presence.

❓ Can I order just one crystal award?

Yes! EDCO allows single-piece orders with no minimum quantities.

❓ Can I preview the design before ordering?

Yes. We offer free artwork proofs on every order. You’ll approve the layout before we begin production.

❓ Do crystal awards come in a presentation box?

Yes. Every EDCO crystal award includes a high-end presentation box, ready for gifting or ceremony display.

❓ Do you offer bulk discounts?

Absolutely. EDCO provides volume discounts for large orders. Contact us for a custom quote based on your quantity and timeline.