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Engraving Printing Collection

Engraving printing etches your design into metal and wood business cards from 50, with coasters and keychains too, 4 products with lasting premium detail.

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Engraving Printing at a glance

  • The collection spans four engraved products, from Metal and Wood Business Cards to Engraved Drink Coasters and Engraved Keychains.
  • Order small or in bulk, from 10 coasters up to 5,000 keychains.
  • Engraved keychains print in 5 business days, coasters in 4, and metal and wood business cards in 15, after you approve your digital proof.
  • Engraving runs on rigid materials like metal and wood, with the design cut into the surface so it won't fade or peel.
  • Every order includes a free digital proof and is backed by five guarantees, including a price match.

Engraving Printing You Can Feel

Engraving printing cuts your letters, logos and details into metal or wood with a laser, so the design sits in the surface instead of printed flat on top. You get depth, a slight shadow, and a texture people notice the second they pick the piece up. It's the finish that makes someone flip a card over and run a thumb across it.

This collection pulls together the engraved products at 4OVER4.COM, from cards to keepsakes. Two of the four are business cards, and the other two are keychains and drink coasters.

How Engraving Printing Works on Metal and Wood Cards

Engraving printing here uses a laser to cut your artwork into the card. Metal Business Cards come in stainless steel, gold, rose gold, bronze, black or white metal at 0.3, 0.5 or 0.8mm thick, laser engraved on the front, the back or both, from 50 cards for $262.52. Wood Business Cards are 65 point beech or cherry, laser engraved or etched, from 250 for $470.11. Both come at 3.5 by 2, 1.5 by 3.5 slim or 2.5 by 2.5 square inches and take 15 business days.

Engraved Printing by Product

ProductMaterialStarts atPrints in
Metal Business CardsStainless steel or colored metal, 0.3 to 0.8mm50 for $262.5215 business days
Wood Business Cards65 point beech or cherry wood250 for $470.1115 business days
Engraved KeychainsKeychain with a 1.38 by 1.97 inch image, one design or two25 for $53.555 business days
Engraved Drink Coasters48pt or 64pt board, squares or a 4 inch circle10 for $10.984 business days

What's Inside the Engraving Collection

Metal Business Cards, from 0.3mm stainless steel to 0.8mm rose gold, and 65 point Wood Business Cards turn a routine handoff into something a client keeps, while Engraved Drink Coasters and Engraved Keychains put your logo on items people actually use.

Each one is built for daily handling. A keychain clipped to a bag or a coaster sitting on a bar top takes real wear, and engraving holds up because the design is cut into the surface rather than laid on it. It won't fade, peel, or rub off the way printed ink can over time.

Engraving, Embossing, and Debossing

Engraving etches into a hard surface like a 0.5mm metal card or a 65 point wood card. Embossing pushes paper upward to raise an area. Debossing presses paper down for a sunken effect. All three add texture; engraving works on rigid materials, while embossed and debossed cards here print on 32pt or 48pt laminated paper.

If you need something that survives everyday use, engraving is the pick. For paper-based tactile effects, 4OVER4.COM also runs separate debossing and die-cutting collections you can pair with your engraved pieces.

Who Orders Engraved Products

Engraving isn't just for big brands. Real estate agents hand out engraved metal cards that stay in a wallet instead of a junk drawer. Restaurants and breweries use Engraved Drink Coasters that sit in front of a customer for the whole visit, quietly advertising the brand.

Event planners reach for engraved invitations and passes when the weight and precision of the lettering need to set the tone. For corporate gifting and employee recognition, Engraved Keychains feel personal and last far longer than another gift card.

Design Tips for Sharp Engraving

Engraving rewards simple, bold artwork. Thick lines, clear typography, and high-contrast logos translate best, while hairline strokes, tiny script, and photographic detail tend to get lost. Keep text around 6 to 8 point or larger so it stays crisp.

Material matters too. Metal reads polished and classic, wood adds warmth, and the strongest results come from clear contrast between the engraved area and the surface around it.

Why 4OVER4.COM for Engraving

4OVER4.COM has printed since 1999 and served more than 150,000 businesses, with a 99.8% on-time delivery rate and 82% of orders shipping early.

Every engraved order includes a free digital proof, so you approve the exact layout before anything is cut. Backing that are five guarantees covering quality, price match, on-time delivery, customer service, and overall satisfaction.

Wally helps you choose the right engraved product

One tactile finish, a few products to fit your goal.

Wally compares Engraving Printing options side by side at 4OVER4.COM

Wally lines up the popular engraved products, cards, coasters, and keychains, so you can see how each one feels and where it fits. Tell him the moment you're printing for, and he points you to the piece that matches, then helps you order it.

The smart pick in engraving

Metal Business Cards beside Engraved Drink Coasters, Engraved Keychains, Wood Business Cards, out of 4 engraving styles
Lowest entry price in the category
$10.98
Engraved Drink Coasters, the most affordable way into the category
Most-reviewed style in the category
17 reviews
Engraved Drink Coasters, the category's top-reviewed pick at 4.7★
Metal Business CardsEngraved Drink CoastersEngraved KeychainsWood Business Cards
Min price$262.52$10.98$53.55$470.11
Paper / stock·48pt UltraWhite Uncoated Cover·65-point Beech Wood
FinishMatte···
Default qty501025250
Turnaround15 business days4 business days5 business days15 business days
Rating★ 5.0 (1)★ 4.7 (17)★ 4.8 (11)★ 5.0 (1)

Real Business Cards Our Customers Printed

8 customer prints from the business cards styles and finishes gallery
Real customer business card print 1
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Real customer business card print 5
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Real customer business card print 8

Engraving Printing FAQ

What materials can be engraved in this collection?

Metal Business Cards come in six metals, from stainless steel to rose gold, and Wood Business Cards in 65 point beech or cherry. The drink coasters use 48pt or 64pt uncoated board. Check each product page for the full option list.

How long do engraved orders take?

Engraved coasters print in 4 business days, keychains in 5, and metal and wood business cards in 15 after you approve your proof. Tracking arrives as soon as your order leaves the facility.

Is there a minimum order quantity for engraved products?

Minimums depend on the specific item. Metal Business Cards start at 50, Wood Business Cards at 250, Engraved Keychains at 25 and Engraved Drink Coasters at 10. Select your product and quantity on its page to see exact pricing and availability.

How detailed can my engraving design be?

Engraving looks best with bold, clean artwork. Keep text around 6 to 8 point or larger, and lean on solid vector shapes. Fine gradients, photographic images, and hairline strokes don't translate well to an engraved surface.

Do I get a proof before my engraved order goes into production?

Yes. Every engraved order includes a free digital proof that you review and approve before anything is cut. This catches layout issues, typos, and sizing problems early, so nothing goes to production without your sign-off.

Can I combine engraving with other finishes?

Often, yes. Many customers pair engraving with other specialty finishes for a layered look. For paper products, 4OVER4.COM also offers debossing and die-cutting collections that complement engraved details.

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