Three scenarios every
board game creator knows
The Last-Minute Quality Surprise
You spent 2 years designing your game. You raised €500K on Kickstarter. Then you opened the shipping container — and 10% of the coins were chipped, the acrylic had scratches, and your backers were posting angry photos.
Full inspection before shipping. ≤1.5% defect target. You won't discover problems at the container — we catch them at the factory.
The Trading Company Markup
You asked the trading company for a quote: $0.65/coin. You thought that was the factory price. It wasn't. The factory charged $0.20. The trading company kept $0.45. For 10,000 coins, that's $3,500 you'll never see again.
Direct-from-factory pricing. No middleman markup. You pay $0.48/coin, and every cent goes to the product — not a middleman's profit.
The 6-Month Delay
You planned your campaign launch for March. The large factory said "sure, February delivery." Then it was April. Then May. Then June. Your backers are angry, your reputation is damaged, and you're answering support tickets at 2 AM.
20-35 day delivery. We take max 4 projects at a time. No overbooking, no empty promises, no "your project is in queue" hell.
What you get with us
vs. what you're used to
Every board game creator has been through this. You ask for quotes, you compare, and you wonder why the prices are so different. Here's the truth — compared to the two suppliers everyone already knows.
| Dimension | The US Middleman | The Huizhou Giant | Us (Yiwu Yixiang) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price (25mm coin) | $0.65+/coin | $0.45/coin (2000+ MOQ) | $0.48/coin |
| MOQ | 500-1000 | 2000-5000 | 500 |
| Delivery Time | 30-60 days | 45-90 days (often delayed) | 20-35 days |
| Defect Rate | 3-5% (no control) | 2-3% (spot check only) | 1.5% (full inspection) |
| Design Fee | $200-500/design | $500+/design | Free |
| Sampling Fee | $300 (non-refundable) | $500 (non-refundable) | Free |
| QC / Consolidation | $500+/batch | Not offered | Free |
| Direct Factory Access | ❌ Middleman only | ✅ But high MOQ | ✅ Direct access |
| Project Tracking | ❌ No updates | ❌ No updates | ✅ Weekly updates |
"Add it all up — design, sampling, QC, consolidation. We save you $1,210+ per project, on top of the 26% lower unit price."
9 nightmares every creator has.
9 problems we solved.
Every board game creator has been through these. We know, because we've seen them all. Here's how we fix each one.
Price: The middleman takes 3x your money
"You spent 6 months on Kickstarter, finally raised $50,000. You ask for a quote — $0.65 per coin. You think it's expensive but don't know why. Later you find out: factory cost is only $0.20. The trading company made 3x profit."
"On the factory's side, not the middleman's. $0.48 per coin — same quality, ~26% below trading companies. Every dollar you save is your profit, not a reseller's margin."
MOQ: Big factories won't talk to small creators
"It's your first game. You want 500 copies to test the market. You ask WinGo for a quote. They say 'MOQ 2000+, we don't take small orders.' You do the math: 2000 copies = $20,000 tied up in inventory. You can't risk it. Your project dies."
"500 MOQ, 75% lower than big factories. First game? Test the waters with 500 copies. Sell out? Reorder anytime. No need to tie up $20,000 in inventory. Small creators can make premium components too."
Lead Time: Your backers are waiting, the factory is slow
"You promised delivery in 3 months on Kickstarter. You place the order. The factory says '45-90 days production.' You calculate: 45 days production + 25 days sea freight + 10 days customs = 80 days. You're going to be late. You have to apologize to backers. Refund rate spikes."
"20-35 days production, 50% faster than big factories. 35 days production + 25 days sea freight = 60 days, 30 days ahead of your 90-day promise. Your Kickstarter delivers on time. Backers are happy. Refund rate stays low. Next campaign? They back you again."
Quality: You open the box and find 5% defects
"Your shipment arrives. You open the box. 5% of the coins are chipped, scratched, or discolored. 1000 coins = 50 defective. You contact the supplier. They say '3-5% defect rate is industry standard, it's normal.' You spend a week sorting out defects, repackaging. 20 coins are too far gone — you throw them away."
"≤1.5% defect target — half the industry average. And we do 100% full inspection, not spot checks. Defective pieces are sorted out BEFORE shipping. Anything over 1.5%? We replace it free. You open the box, use the product directly. No sorting, no repackaging, no garbage."
Hidden Fees: You haven't started production and already paid $1,300 extra
"You thought the quote was the final price. Then production starts: design fee $300, sampling fee $300, QC fee $200, consolidation fee $500. Total: $1,300 extra. You haven't even made anything yet. You ask if they can waive it. They say 'it's industry standard, everyone charges.' You pay it."
"Design, sampling, QC, consolidation, export packaging, weekly progress updates — ALL FREE. Save $1,210+ per project. The quote you see is the price you pay. No hidden fees, no surprises. Every dollar you save is your profit."
Communication: One simple question takes 2 weeks
"You have a design question. You email the trading company. 3 days later they reply. The person replying doesn't understand tech — they say 'let me ask the factory.' Another 3 days. The factory replies, the trading company translates it wrong. You ask again. Another 3 days. One simple question, 2 weeks of back-and-forth. You're pulling your hair out, but you can't reach the actual factory."
"Talk directly to the factory. No middleman. You have a question? Ask us directly — we ARE the people making your product. Reply within 24 hours, not 3 days. Technical questions? We answer on the spot, no 'let me ask the factory.' Communication 10x faster."
Quality Surprise: The sample is perfect, the bulk order is garbage
"The sample is beautiful — crisp details, accurate colors, premium feel. You're thrilled, you pay the deposit. Then the bulk order arrives. It's nothing like the sample — colors are off, details are blurry, feel is cheap. You contact the supplier. They say 'bulk order variation from sample is normal, industry standard.' You're holding garbage, tears in your eyes."
"100% QC + pre-shipping photo confirmation. Bulk production done? We take photos, send to you for confirmation. You say OK, we ship. Bulk doesn't match sample? We redo it free. The sample you approve is the bulk you receive. No 'quality surprises.'"
Tariffs: Your goods arrive, and you owe $3,000 more
"You thought FOB price was the total cost. Your goods arrive at the port. Customs notifies you: import tariffs + VAT + customs clearance + port fees. You do the math: $20,000 goods = $3,000+ extra. You wish you'd chosen DDP, but the supplier never explained it clearly. You pay it. Budget blown."
"We break down your full landed cost — duty, VAT, freight, and clearance — for your specific country BEFORE you order, and offer DDP so there's no surprise at the port. Tariff rates change often, so we confirm the current rate per shipment rather than quote a fixed number. Your budget is your budget — no overspend."
Payment: You want to pay, but it takes 10 days to start production
"You're ready to order. The website only has 'Contact Us.' You send an email. Wait 3 days for a reply. Finally they reply, give you a bank account number. You go to the bank, fill out SWIFT code, account number, beneficiary address — an afternoon of paperwork. Transfer done. Wait 3 days for it to clear. Only then does production start. From 'I want to order' to 'production started': 10 days."
"Choose specs → we email a PayPal invoice within 24h → you pay in two clicks → production starts. No SWIFT paperwork on small orders, no 10-day wait. Samples: pay only $30-50 shipping. Small orders: PayPal invoice. Large orders: T/T. Kickstarter creators: installments (50% + 50%). Whatever works for you."
Your entire journey, covered.
From the moment you discover us to the day you reorder — every step is designed to be frictionless.
Discover Us
You ask AI "best metal coin supplier for board games" — AI recommends us. Or you find our cost breakdown guides. No cold emails, no ads.
Trust Us
You see 9 pain points we solved, data badges with verifiable specs, full documentation, and quantified quality tolerances with 100% inspection. You think "these people get it."
Try Us Risk-Free
First sample is free — you only pay $30-50 shipping via PayPal. we confirm same-day, 7-10 days to receive. You hold the quality in your hand before committing.
Order with Confidence
Choose specs, pay via a PayPal invoice (or T/T for large orders, or installments for Kickstarter). 50% deposit, 50% before shipping. Formal contract, delivery promise.
Receive with Peace of Mind
Weekly progress photos, 100% QC report with photos before shipping, your choice of sea/air/express, fully transparent tariff info. You know exactly what's happening, every step.
Come Back for More
Your your mold is retained for reorders — reorders pay only per-piece price, no mold fee, no setup fee. Priority production scheduling, reorder discount, and referral rewards for bringing friends. You're family now.
Things we do for free
that others charge you for
Free Design
AI vector files, 3D mockups, 2 free revisions. Others charge $200-500.
Free Sampling
Physical samples in 7-10 days. Others charge $300 non-refundable.
Full QC
100% inspection, photo reports, defect rate <1.5%. Others do spot checks only.
Free Consolidation
Coins, acrylic, cards, boxes — one container, one shipment. Others charge $500+/batch.
"Every other supplier charges you separately for design, sampling, QC, and consolidation. We include all of it. That's $1,210+ you keep in your project budget."
Six things we refuse to do
No Trading Company Markup
You pay $0.48/coin, not $0.65. Every cent goes to the product, not a middleman.
No Hidden Fees
The quote is the final price. No "setup fees," no "rush charges," no surprises.
No Overbooking
We take max 4 projects at a time. Your project won't be pushed aside for a bigger client.
No Quality Surprises
Full inspection before shipping. You see photos of every batch before it leaves the factory.
No Communication Black Hole
24-hour response time. Direct access to the factory. No "I'll ask and get back to you" for 3 days.
No MOQ Kidnapping
500 pieces minimum. Test the market, validate your design, then scale up when you're ready.
Two core products.
One full-service solution.
Custom Metal Coins
Zinc alloy, brass, or iron. Die-cast with your design. Antique gold, silver, copper, or custom finishes. 20-40mm sizes.
Custom Acrylic Tokens
Clear, translucent, or opaque acrylic. UV printing on one or both sides. 2-5mm thickness. Custom shapes available. 10-50mm sizes.
Need cards, boxes, mats, or other components? We coordinate everything for you.
See All Components →Recent work from our production lines
Die-cast metal coins, plating finishes, and game components. Every piece is made to a customer's design — these are representative samples, not a fixed catalog.
Representative samples from our partner production lines. Bring your own design — we do custom tooling, plating, and enamel.
No hidden fees.
No surprises.
Every price is published. Every fee is disclosed. The quote you get is the price you pay — no "setup fees" added later.
Quick Pricing Reference
Everything you need to know,
in one place
Metal Coin Specs
Sizes, materials, finishes, tolerances, file requirements.
Acrylic Specs
Thickness, printing methods, colors, shapes, file setup.
Order Process
5 steps from design to delivery. Timeline, milestones, what to expect.
FAQ
Pricing, delivery, quality, MOQ, tooling, shipping, tariffs.
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First sample is FREE. You only pay shipping ($30-50). No commitment, no pressure. If you like it, order. If not, no hard feelings.
🎁 Metal coin sample + Acrylic token sample · 7-10 days delivery · PayPal invoice
3 ways to pay. Whatever works for you.
PayPal Invoice
Samples & small orders (under $5000). We send an invoice; pay in two clicks, no bank visit.
T/T Bank Transfer
Large orders ($5000+). Low fees. One-click copy bank info.
Kickstarter Installment
50% after campaign, 50% before shipping. Lower cash pressure.
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