CUSTOM ENGRAVED DIPLOMAS
Your Achievement, Carved in Mahogany
Transform your paper degree into a 3D masterpiece. We create hand-finished monuments in solid and beautiful hardwoods as a permanent display of your distinction.
BEYOND THE FRAME
A 3D Degree Display for the Executive Suite
Standard framing hides your success behind glare and glass. We believe high-leverage achievements deserve a high-leverage display. Using precision CNC technology and artisanal hand-finishing, we create a custom wooden degree that commands attention.
Whether you are commemorating a University of Oxford wooden diploma or a local honors degree, our relief carvings transform a flat certificate into a textured heirloom that serves as a permanent monument to your hard work.
Precision Milling
Every serif, & every seal of your hardwood degree is milled to exact depth using high-precision V-carving technology to create a 3D relief with genuine architectural shadow.
Artisan Hand-Finishing
Machine milling is just the beginning. Each piece is detailed by hand with a needle grinder, then oil-rubbed to reveal the mahogany's natural grain.
Sustainably Sourced Wood
All of our hardwoods are carefully selected from certified vendors for both their quality and color. We ensure each piece is worthy of the accomplishment that is carved in it.
How We Create Your Engraved diploma
1 - Secure Digital Upload
Upload a high-resolution photo of your certificate. Our system is optimized for engraved certificate accuracy, capturing every serif and seal.
2 - Material Preparation
Proprietary woodworking technology creates a perfect digital twin from your photo while we prepare your hardwood for your unique degree.
3 - Precision Milling
Your plaque is carved into a solid hardwood slab. High-precision V-carving gives the university seal and text incredible depth and visual pop.
4 - Artisan Finish
Hand-detailed with a needle-grinder, oil-rubbed to highlight the grain, and sealed with a museum-grade UV-resistant high-gloss topcoat.
Premium options for your diploma
Choose the perfect wood species for your custom engraved diploma. Each offers unique grain patterns, colors, and characteristics.
African Mahogany - Known for its interlocking grain and deep luster, this timber transitions from a soft pink to a rich, reddish-brown over time.
Red Oak - This classic wood is warm with rich prominent grain patterns that add unique and beautiful elements to your custom design.
Black Walnut - A rich, dark chocolate brown wood with elegant grain that is known for its durability, stability, and effortless class.
Padauk - African Padauk is a stunning exotic timber that transitions from a vivid coral-red to a deep, authoritative crimson with light exposure.
Maple - Hard Maple offers a clean, minimalist aesthetic. Its light palette provides a high-contrast canvas that makes deep relief carving 'pop.’
Ash - Prized for its aggressive, prominent grain pattern, Ash brings unmatched texture to our deeper carvings. It is incredibly tough and shock-resistant.
Commemorating Achievements Worldwide
Our custom engraved diplomas have been commissioned for alumni of the world's most prestigious institutions. From the University of Oxford to Ivy League Law and Medical schools, we understand the specific aesthetics of academic tradition. We have created custom plaques for students from Universities such as:
University of Oxford
Yale Law School
Georgetown University
Cambridge University
London School of Economics
Johns Hopkins
Stanford GSB
Columbia University
BUILT FOR PRESTIGE
Designed for Longevity
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We require a high-resolution scan (300 DPI or higher) or a clear, top-down photograph of your original diploma. We then digitally trace the typography and seals to create a precision-carved 3D relief model.
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Laser engraving merely burns the surface of the wood, resulting in a flat, dark image. Our custom engraved diplomas are physically carved into the wood using CNC technology, creating a true 3D relief with actual depth, texture, and shadow — a fundamentally different object.
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Yes. Our design process allows us to create a high-fidelity degree display for any institution worldwide. We specialize in complex seals like the Oxford crest and intricate oak leaf borders common to European institutions.
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From the moment you upload your photo, our craftsmen require 7–10 business days to complete the milling, hand-finishing, and curing process before shipping. Rush options are available. If you need your degree on a tight timeline, please contact us to discuss what is possible.
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Absolutely. We specialize in high-fidelity recreation. Our CNC process captures the intricate details of institutional seals and the fluid strokes of official signatures, rendering them as physical depth rather than just flat engravings.
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Natural hardwoods are light-sensitive. Cherry and Mahogany will deepen and richen into darker tones over several years, while Padauk transitions from bright coral to a deep burgundy. This "patina" is a hallmark of authentic, high-quality timber.
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We use only solid 1/2-3/4" thick hardwoods. We never use veneers or plywood. This ensures maximum stability and allows us to carve deep into the grain without exposing underlying layers.
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Each plaque comes with a pre-installed recessed keyhole on the back. This allow the piece to hang perfectly flush against your office wall without any visible hardware, maintaining a clean, minimalist aesthetic.
FEATURE
SPECIFICATION
All solid hardwoods are sustainably sourced. We have Black Walnut, African Mahogany, Ash, Oak, Maple, and Padauk.
Material
Plaques are approximately ½ - ¾ inch thick for durability and stability.
Thickness
Relief carving depths vary based on the degree being replicated but standard carving is generally between 1/8 and 1/16th inch deep.
Relief depth
Standard finishing includes hand-rubbed oil & a UV-resistant topcoat. Resin and metallic finishes are also available.
Finish
Each custom engraved degree comes with a frame that includes mounting equipment. A recessed keyhole is also created in the back of the wooden diploma for flush wall mounting without the frame.
Mounting
Serving locally and nationwide
Our family business is proud to serve the D.C. metro area for custom sculpture and urn creation. We are happy to provide free local drop off in Washington D.C., Maryland, and Northern Virginia to ensure your custom engraving reaches you in perfect condition. For our valued clients nationwide, we provide secure shipping options.