This paperweight is a very cool item! We sand carve these awards (similar to sand blasting but with very fine grit and nozzles) from behind, leaving the front smooth. It makes for a lovely deep etch that has depth and clarity. We can paint fill the etching but we think it reduces the 3D look.
Comes in a very nice presentation box as well (show with different product).
ENGRAVING IS EXPENSIVE, ISN’T THERE A CHEAPER METHOD?
Laser engraving coated metals (what many of our competitors do) is faster and therefore cheaper. We think it looks awful. BUT we do have a lower cost option…