Custom Badges
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Design your own badge online — custom made badges for police, sheriff, security, fire, EMS, corrections, investigators, and organizations of every size. Add your name, title or rank, badge number, seal, and logo, and see every change in real time. Die-struck from raw brass, nickel silver, or zinc alloy, plated in gold, silver, or two-tone. $150 for a single badge; as low as $45 per badge on volume orders. No setup fees, no minimum order, free in-house design team, mold retained for free reorders. US-based manufacturer since 1999. Order custom badges online in minutes, or request a quote for fully custom work.
How It Works
Creating a custom badge is easy with Owl Badges
Design professional badges with ease at Owl Badges. We make badges for organizations of every size — fully customize yours and order in a matter of minutes. Whether you want to create a badge from a catalog style, design a badge online from scratch, or use our badge design services for custom artwork, the process is the same: personalized badges made to order, with no minimum.
Discover thousands of badge styles
Simply browse our collection to find the perfect badge design — we have over 10,000 styles to choose from. Whether you want a classic shield, eagle top, star, oval, or wallet badge, you'll discover the perfect design in no time. Every badge can be fully customized to your specifications. Fully custom badges are also available — send us your artwork for a custom badge design service quote — or browse star badges, eagle badge styles and seven point star badge patterns in the catalog.
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Customize your badge in real time
Click "Design and Order" on any badge to open the Owl Badges TrueBadge Designer™ — our online badge maker and visual badge builder with a real-time preview. Build a badge from any catalog style or build your own badge from scratch: add your organization name, title, badge number, and custom seal, pick a finish and shape, and every change appears on screen instantly. It is a custom badge maker, a badge builder online, and a badge customization tool in one — no waiting for proofs, no design fees. Just design, preview, and order.
Try the Designer
Order instantly or request a quote
When you're happy with your design, checkout directly. Your badge is then precision-crafted from raw metal to your exact specifications. Need something beyond what the designer offers? Click "Request a Quote" to work with our design team on custom artwork, unique seals, or completely new badge designs. Buy custom badges online one at a time, or order a badge online for a whole team; bulk badges and wholesale badges pricing applies automatically at ten or more.
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Quality craftsmanship backed by 25+ years of experience
Design your custom badge with the Owl Badges TrueBadge Designer™
The Owl Badges TrueBadge Designer is the in-browser custom badge designer from Owl Badges. Officers, departments, and law enforcement agencies design their badge — shape, finish, seal, rank, and badge number — in real time, see live volume pricing, and order directly from the manufacturer. No software install, no account required to start, no dealer markup.
Need a custom badge? Request a quote.
Some agencies need a badge the TrueBadge Designer doesn't cover — a custom shape outside the standard catalog, a complex multi-layer department seal, hybrid metal-and-enamel finishes, inlaid stones, photographic memorial elements, or a one-of-a-kind department die. For these, the Owl Badges in-house design team builds your badge from scratch. There is no design fee, no mold setup fee, and no commitment to order.
- Fully custom shapes outside the standard catalog
- Complex multi-layer seals with raised 3D elements
- Hybrid finishes — antique, two-tone, enamel
- Inlaid stones & memorial badges with photographic elements
- One-of-a-kind department dies for unique shapes
Custom quotes typically returned within 4 business hours, Mon–Fri 9 AM–4 PM PST.
Shop Custom Badges by Role
Explore our most-ordered custom badge styles across law enforcement, fire, security, and public safety — fully customizable with your department name, rank, and seal, from $45 per badge in bulk.
Custom Badge Pricing
Custom badges cost $150 for a single badge and as low as $45 per badge on volume orders, whatever the agency or company. There are no setup fees, no mold fees and no minimum order — and because every badge on this site is priced from the same ladder, the cheapest custom badges are the ones ordered to the next quantity break, not the ones with the fewest features. Each category page carries the same pricing framed for its buyer.
Use the price calculator below for your exact quantity, or read the full volume price ladder beneath it.
Per-badge pricing varies with size, metal, plating, and customization. Volume discounts apply automatically at checkout. Pricing reviewed September 2026.
How many custom badges should you order?
Order for the people you have plus the ones you expect before the next reorder. Your mold is kept on file free and every reorder matches, so most organizations add about ten percent for new hires and replacements rather than paying single-badge pricing later. Here is what buyers most often order:
| Who is ordering | Typical order | Why |
|---|---|---|
| One badge, one person | 1–2 badges | An officer, deputy, investigator or guard ordering a personal badge — $150, no minimum, credential verified. |
| A small team or agency | 3–9 badges | A security detail, a constable’s office, a fire company — $90 each from a single mold. |
| A shift, unit or division | 10–24 badges | $80 at ten, $75 at sixteen; sequential numbering included. |
| A department or company | 25–499 badges | Department-wide rebadge or contract rollout — $65 at 25, $55 at 50. |
| Agency, county or statewide | 500+ badges | $45 per badge, purchase orders and net-30 for verified agencies. |
Custom Badges at a Glance
What we recommend when you are not sure where to start
Start from the category page for your agency or company — it carries the ranks, shapes and buying triggers for that buyer. Then open the Owl Badges TrueBadge Designer, our online badge maker, and build a badge from any catalog style: it is a visual badge builder with a real-time preview, so you can design your own badge, compare finishes, and see exact pricing before you order. If you need a badge design service instead — a new seal, custom artwork, or a shape outside the catalog — request a quote and our in-house team builds it at no charge. Every badge manufacturer claims quality; ours is a US-based manufacturer since 1999 with the mold kept on file for every reorder.
Price Calculator
How much do custom badges cost?
Custom badges cost $150 for a single badge, $90 each at three or more, and as low as $45 per badge at 500 or more, personalized with your organization name, title or rank, badge number and seal. The same ladder applies to police, sheriff, security, fire, EMS, corrections and investigator badges — there is no minimum order, no setup fee and no mold fee at any quantity, purchase orders are accepted, and production runs 8 to 14 weeks. Enter your quantity below to see your price.
Pricing is for catalog spec-size badges — our standard shapes and sizes, personalized with your details. Badges built to your own artwork or in a non-catalog shape are quoted separately.
No minimum order · no setup or mold fees · POs accepted · production 8–14 weeks · shipping quoted separately.
Custom badge price ladder
Catalog spec-size badges · minimum 1 · same ladder on every category page
| Quantity | Price per badge | Typical buyer |
|---|---|---|
| 1–2 badges | $150.00 | One officer, deputy, guard or investigator |
| 3–9 badges | $90.00 | Small team, constable office, fire company |
| 10–15 badges | $80.00 | A shift or unit |
| 16–24 badges | $75.00 | A precinct, division or site |
| 25–49 badges | $65.00 | Mid-size department or security contract |
| 50–499 badges | $55.00 | Department- or company-wide rollout |
| 500+ badges | $45.00 | Agency, county or statewide programs |
Does ordering more badges cost less in total?
Two badges cost $300. Three cost $270. Forty-nine cost $3,185; fifty cost $2,750. Each break lowers the whole invoice, so ordering custom badges to the next break is cheaper than trimming the count — and you can order custom badges online with no minimum at any tier.
To price a badge built to your own artwork instead of a catalog shape, use our full-custom manufacturing price calculator. Every category page below carries this ladder framed for its buyer.
Badges by Agency Type
Which custom badge does each type of agency order?
Police departments order silver patrol badges and gold command badges, sheriff’s offices order stars, security companies order shields and ovals, and fire departments order scramble shields and Maltese crosses — every one die-struck from the same solid metal and priced from the same $45–$150 ladder. Custom security badges, custom police badges, sheriff stars and fire badges each have their own category page with the ranks, shapes and buying triggers for that buyer. Pick your row to go there.
| Agency or buyer | Typical finish | Typical shape | Who orders it | Order it here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Police department | Silver patrol, gold command | Shield, star, eagle-top | Chiefs and procurement rebadging a force or hiring an academy class | department police badge program |
| Individual police officer | Silver or gold by rank | Shield, star, eagle-top | One officer ordering a duty, dress or replacement badge | one-officer police badge order |
| Sheriff’s office | Silver deputies, gold command | Five-, six- or seven-point star | Sheriffs rebadging after an election or seal change; deputy classes | county sheriff star sets |
| Security officer / guard | Silver or gold | Shield, oval, eagle-top | Security companies on a new contract; licensed guards; SORA and armed officers | security officer badge sets |
| Firefighter | Gold, silver, two-tone | Scramble shield, Maltese cross, eagle-top | Fire departments and volunteer companies; rank and hat badges | fire department and firefighter badges |
| EMT / EMS | Silver, gold | Shield, oval with Star of Life | Ambulance services and EMS agencies; state-certified EMTs and paramedics | EMT and paramedic badges |
| Corrections / detention | Silver, gold | Shield, star, eagle-top | Jails, prisons and juvenile facilities; correctional officer ranks | corrections and detention officer badges |
| Private investigator | Gold, antique | Flat shield or oval for credential-case carry | Licensed investigators and agencies; license-number personalization | licensed private investigator credential badges |
Corporate, campus, hospital, transit, port and public-safety badges follow the same process on the same ladder; if your organization is not in the table, start from any catalog style in the Designer or request a quote and our team places it for you.
Replacements
How do I replace a lost, stolen or worn badge?
A replacement badge costs $150 on its own, or the volume tier your organization last ordered at, and is struck from the mold on file if Owl Badges made the original — the mold is retained free, so the replacement comes back identical, with no setup fee and no minimum. Production runs 8 to 14 weeks; rush is available. Law-enforcement and security replacements are credential-verified before production. Replacement badges for one person or badge replacement for a whole shift are batched into one reorder at the same tier.
If we made the original
Reference your badge number or order number. We pull the artwork and strike the replacement from the same mold, so finish, panel text and seal match exactly. No re-tooling, no setup charge.
If another manufacturer made it
Send clear photos of the front and back plus your organization name, title and badge number. Our in-house design team reproduces the badge to match — shape, finish, seal — and the new mold stays on file free for every future reorder.
Worn rather than lost
Plating thinned at the edges, chipped enamel or a title that no longer matches an assignment are replacement triggers, not repair jobs — a plated badge cannot be re-plated without losing the die detail. Reorder from the mold on file.
Why we verify first
Every law-enforcement or security badge order, new or replacement, requires proof of commission or license before production. We manufacture directly rather than reselling, so nothing enters production without that check.
Specs, Wear & Care
Custom Badge Specs, Wear and Care
Every specification below is a choice you make when you order — shape, finish, enamel and backing are selected at checkout or in the TrueBadge Designer, and they are the same choices on every category page. Custom metal badges are $150 for one and as low as $45 per badge at volume, with no setup fee and no minimum order.
Custom badge specifications
| Shapes & sizes | Eagle-top shield 2.5″ × 3.46″ · Oval 2.25″ × 3.13″ · Seven-point star 3″ × 3″ · Five-point star 3″ × 3″. Six-point stars, plain shields, round badges, custom mini badges and a custom shield badge to your own outline are also produced — other shapes and sizes quoted on request. |
| Materials | Die-struck from raw brass, nickel silver, or zinc alloy — solid custom metal badges, never stamped sheet or plastic. |
| Finishes | Gold, silver, dual-tone, antique, and subdued. Dual-tone pairs a gold body with silver text panels or the reverse. |
| Enamel | Hard enamel (polished flush with the metal) or soft enamel (recessed color with raised metal lines), color-matched to your seal. |
| Personalization | Organization name, title or rank, badge number, and city, county, state, agency or company seal. A custom badge logo or seal is set up by our in-house team at no design fee. |
| Backing options | Safety pin, belt clip, wallet clip, or hook-and-loop (Velcro). Chosen at order time; mixed backings within one order are fine. |
| Price | $150 for a single badge. As low as $45 per badge on volume orders. |
| Minimum order | None. One badge is a real order. |
| Setup / mold fees | None. Your mold is retained free, so every future reorder matches the original exactly. |
| Production time | 8–14 weeks from art approval. Ask about rush production when you request a quote. |
| Origin | US-based manufacturer since 1999. |
Where a badge is worn, and which backing to order
The backing determines where the badge can be carried. Match it to the job — then select it when you order.
| Backing | Where it is worn | Order it for |
|---|---|---|
| Safety pin | Uniform shirt or jacket, left breast above the pocket. | Uniformed police, sheriff, fire, EMS, corrections and security — the default. |
| Belt clip | Duty belt or waistband, worn at the hip. | Officers and guards who work in outer carriers or plainclothes. |
| Wallet clip | Badge wallet or credential case, paired with an ID card. | Detectives, investigators, private investigators, executives. |
| Hook-and-loop (Velcro) | Tactical vest, plate carrier, or outer carrier panel. | Tactical, K-9 and any unit that moves the badge between carriers. |
How to clean, polish and store a custom badge
A plated badge is a thin finish over solid metal; the most common way a badge is ruined is being cleaned too aggressively. These are our instructions as the manufacturer.
| Finish or surface | How to clean it | Never do this |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday cleaning, any finish | Dry microfiber cloth. For heavier soil, a drop of mild dish soap in warm water on the cloth, then dry immediately and completely. | Soak the badge or leave it damp. |
| Gold or silver plated | Microfiber and mild soap only. The shine is in the plating, not in polishing. | Abrasive metal polish or compound — it strips the plating. |
| Hard enamel | Standard cleaning is safe; the color is polished flush with the metal. | Scouring pads or abrasive powders. |
| Soft enamel | Dry cloth, or a barely damp cloth along the raised metal lines. | Ultrasonic cleaners and solvents. |
| Antique or oxidized | Dry cloth only. The darkening in the recesses is the finish you ordered. | Any polish. |
Where to store a badge
| On duty | In its wallet, credential case, or clipped to the belt — never loose in a pocket with keys. |
| Off duty | A soft-lined case or a dedicated drawer insert. |
| Retirement or memorial | A shadow box mounts and protects the badge while keeping it visible. |
| Spare stock | Original sleeves, locked and dry, logged by badge number. |
When a badge finally wears through, your mold is already on file and kept free. Order the replacement and it comes back identical, with no setup fee and no minimum — or order badges online for the whole organization at the volume tier.
Custom Metal Badges, Made to Order for Every Agency
Owl Badges makes custom metal badges for agencies of every size — from $45 to $150 with no minimum order. Pick the line built for your field: law enforcement and police departments for sworn officers and municipal forces, sheriff's offices and deputies for county agencies, or security and private-protection teams for licensed guards and contract firms — each with its own ranks, seals, and use cases. Most orders ship in 8–14 weeks.
Police Badges
Department and single-officer police badges — shields, stars, eagle-tops — personalized with rank, badge number and city seal.
Sheriff Badges
Five-, six- and seven-point sheriff stars for county offices and deputies, with county seal and rank banner.
Security Officer Badges
Shields and ovals for security companies, licensed guards, armed and SORA officers — company name and license number.
Firefighter Badges
Scramble shields, Maltese crosses and rank badges for fire departments and volunteer companies.
EMT & EMS Badges
Star of Life shields and ovals for ambulance services, EMTs and paramedics.
Corrections Badges
Correctional officer badges for jails, prisons and detention facilities, by rank.
Private Investigator Badges
Flat shields and ovals for credential-case carry, personalized with license number and agency.
Public Safety & Campus Badges
Campus police, hospital security, transit and public-safety officers — every agency type.
Personalized Custom Badges, Made Your Way
Every badge in our collection can be fully personalized — customizable badges for every role, customized badges with your details, badges personalized with a name, title and number. Browse our custom badges for sale, add your details, choose your finish, and create your own badge that's uniquely yours.
- Your organization name & text
- Custom badge numbers
- Your logo or seal
- Choice of metal finishes
- Multiple attachment options
Who Orders Custom Badges?
We create custom badges for organizations across every sector:
From a single badge for a new hire to outfitting an entire department, we handle orders of any size with the same attention to quality and detail. Volume discounts make large orders more affordable.
Find Your Badge CategoryHow To
How do I order a custom badge with Owl Badges?
Creating the perfect custom badge is easy with Owl Badges. Follow these steps and you'll have a professional badge ready to order in no time.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Browse 10,000+ styles. Customize to your specifications. Order in minutes — or make your own badge with the online badge designer and create custom badges online with no minimum. $45–$150 per badge · Free design team · US-based manufacturer since 1999.
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Department-Level Badge Categories
Ordering badges in volume for an entire department or agency? Browse our department-level badge categories — built for procurement officers, chiefs, and security directors ordering 10+ badges.