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Last-Minute Corporate Trophies for Sudden Events

A sudden event can cause panic for leaders once they realize they need corporate awards rush ordered. Learn more about last-minute corporate trophies.

Crystal vs. Glass Awards: Which One Is Right for Your Event?

Corporate events almost always contain awards ceremonies for team members and special milestones. Decide between crystal vs. glass for these moments.

A Guide To Choosing Crystal Awards for Executive Recognition

Executive recognition deserves something lasting and sentimental. Use The Recognition Source’s thorough guide to choosing the right crystal awards.

Design Custom Awards That Reflect Your Company’s Identity

Designing custom awards that reflect your company’s identity can be tricky if you don’t partner with the right recognition company. Learn why this matters.

Difference between Crystal and Glass

Key difference: Glass is a generic name, while, crystal is a subcategory of glass, made in the same manner as glass but with different materials. Hence, all crystal is glass, but not all glass is crystal. There are three primary criteria for crystal as established by the European Union: a lead content in excess of 24%, a density in excess of 2.90 and a reflective index of 1.545. Scientifically, crystals are pure substances whose atoms, molecules, or ions are arranged in an ordered pattern, where they extend in all three spatial dimensions. Crystals most commonly occur naturally on the earth, though...