Key Facts
- Optical crystal construction — flawless clarity and substantial 3 lb weight for a premium feel
- Dual branding surfaces — the star and base each accept a separate imprint for layered recognition
- Deep etch permanence — a recessed mark with bold contrast and tactile texture, no pigment needed
- 3D subsurface option — layered engraving forms a dimensional image floating inside the crystal
Description
The Tapered Star on Base award combines a tapered optical crystal star with a black glass base, creating a striking contrast that draws the eye. The crystal's flawless clarity and substantial weight give it a premium presence, while the simplicity of the design lets the recipient's achievement take center stage.
Two distinct surfaces—the star and the base—each accept a separate imprint, allowing you to pair a company logo with a personalized message. Deep etching carves the design into the crystal for a permanent, tactile mark, while 3D subsurface engraving creates a dimensional image suspended inside the material, leaving the outer surfaces smooth.
Specifications
| Material | Optical Crystal |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 4" x 4" x 1" |
| Weight | 3 lbs |
Decoration & Imprint
2 methods
Your mark is deep etched into the crystal surface of the star or base, or rendered as a 3D subsurface image suspended inside the crystal. Deep etching delivers bold contrast and tactile texture for logos and lettering, while 3D subsurface engraving is best for layered, depth-bearing artwork that reads as a floating dimensional image.
Laser — Deep Etch1 location included · no setup charge
Deep etching carves your design well into the surface, removing material to leave a recessed, permanent mark. Running deeper than a standard laser pass, the result is strongly dimensional and contoured. The finished mark is the material itself — bare carved tone with crisp shadowed contrast where the cut catches light against the untouched surface. You get a mark you can both see and feel, reading as permanent and material rather than printed on.
Laser — 3D Subsurface1 location included · no setup charge
3D laser engraving focuses laser pulses to precise depths inside a clear, hard substrate, creating tiny internal fracture points that together build a layered, dimensional image beneath the surface. The design appears to float within the material while the outer faces stay smooth and unmarked. It reads as a frosted, light-catching form with genuine front-to-back depth, holds fine internal detail, and, because the marks are enclosed within the substrate, resists surface wear.
Production & Delivery
8 business days production
- Free digital proof — within 24 hours. After we receive your artwork, we will e-mail you the proof. Production time begins after your approval. We allow up to two proof edits at no additional charge.
- Production: 8 business days after proof approval. Production time is for the default single-location imprint. It may increase for multiple imprint locations and large product quantities. Add 24 hours for your free digital proof.
- FedEx Shipping: Transit time depends on the shipping option and destination. Enter your ZIP code below for estimated arrival dates and shipping prices.
- Rush production in 5 business days is available for $39.00 per order. Your order goes to production the business day you check out with artwork by 12:00 PM CT — no digital proof to approve.
Arrival dates are shown at checkout.
Questions & Answers
Ask about sizing, imprinting or turnaround
- What is the minimum order quantity?
- The minimum order is 1 piece with Laser — Deep Etch.
- How much does it cost per unit?
- Pricing falls with quantity: 1–4 pieces $171.43 each, 5–19 pieces $165.52 each, 20–5,000 pieces $160.00 each. Prices are per unit, imprint included.
- Is there a setup charge?
- No setup charge.
- How long does production take?
- Production takes 8 business days after proof approval; a free digital proof is e-mailed within 24 hours of receiving artwork. Rush production in 5 business days is available on this item for $39.00: your order goes to production the business day you check out with artwork by 12:00 PM CT — no digital proof to approve.
- What decoration methods are available?
- Laser — Deep Etch (1 location included · no setup charge); Laser — 3D Subsurface (1 location included · no setup charge).
From our decoration and product guides
- What does laser engraving look like on a promotional product?
- Laser engraving uses a focused beam to etch the design directly into the surface, leaving a permanent, recessed mark with clean, sharp edges. There is no ink: the mark reads in the material's own tone, a lighter shade on metal and a darker burn on wood, with a depth you can feel. It resists fading, wear and scratching because nothing sits on top of the surface. More about Laser →
- Can laser engraving be done in my brand color?
- No. Engraving carries no added color and shows only the substrate's own tone, so a design that depends on brand colors, color contrast, gradients or photographic detail is a poor fit. It is the right choice for single-tone logos, fine line work and small text where a permanent, dimensional mark matters more than color. For printed spot color choose pad print or screen print. More about Laser →
- How does rush production work at Promotion Pros?
- Your deadline is the production clock. When you order rush, the countdown starts the moment you check out with print-ready artwork, not after a digital proof is approved. Most suppliers will not start the clock until a proof is signed off, which quietly adds days to a fast-turn promise; a rush order goes to production immediately, so the turnaround you pick is the turnaround you get. More about Rush production →
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SKU: CYD0000143IN STOCK
SKU: CYD0000143
Tapered Star Optical Crystal Award on Black Glass Base
Starting At$160.00each, imprint included
Ideal for employee recognition, service milestones, and retirement celebrations.
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