Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Engraving Services for Trophies & Awards
Established in 1946, Scotia Engraving has been a trusted name in Melbourne's engraving industry for over 70 years. As third-generation engravers, our family-owned business combines traditional craftsmanship with modern technology to deliver high-quality engraving solutions for trophies, plaques, medals, and corporate awards. We have served as official engravers for prestigious events including the Melbourne Cup and the Logies, demonstrating our commitment to excellence and precision. Our in-house capabilities allow us to offer fast turnarounds without compromising on quality, catering to both small-scale projects and large-volume orders. We specialise in custom-designed pieces that reflect individual client needs, whether for sports clubs, corporate entities, or personal memorials.Our team of experienced professionals maintains rigorous attention to detail across hand engraving, machine engraving, laser engraving, and acid-etching techniques. We pride ourselves on our extensive industry knowledge, having worked with community groups, schools, and elite organisations throughout Australia. Our dedication to customer satisfaction is evident in our personalised service approach and consistent delivery of durable, aesthetically superior products. We maintain transparency in our processes and pricing, ensuring clients receive exceptional value for their investment. With our workshop in South Melbourne, we continue to uphold the Stewart family legacy of excellence in engraving craftsmanship.
Services
Trophy Engraving
Plaque Manufacturing
Medal Customization
Corporate Awards
Memorial Plaques
Laser Engraving
Hand Chiselling
Brass Signage
Name Plate Production
Commemorative Items
Details
- Year established: 1946
Highlights and features
- We offer 70+ years of family engraving expertise with third-generation craftsmanship
- Our in-house engraving capabilities ensure fast turnarounds without quality compromise
- We provide comprehensive service from design to delivery with custom solutions
- Our team maintains rigorous attention to detail across multiple engraving techniques
- We have official experience engraving for prestigious Australian events and institutions
What people say
Great work
Timely manner
Excellent service
Professional results
Highly recommend
Services
Trophy Engraving
Our trophy engraving service combines traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to create lasting recognition pieces. We handle both standard and custom-designed trophies for sports clubs, corporate events, and special occasions. Our precision engraving ensures clear, permanent inscriptions on various materials including metal, crystal, and glass awards.
Memorial Plaques
We produce enduring memorial solutions using high-quality cast bronze and brass materials. Our plaques feature custom engravings with personal elements like photos, emblems, and tailored fonts. Designed for both indoor and outdoor use, these memorials withstand environmental conditions while maintaining their visual impact over generations.
Corporate Awards
Our corporate award service creates professional recognition items for business milestones and employee achievements. We offer engraved crystal awards, custom trophies, and branded recognition pieces that reflect company identity. Our solutions combine sophisticated design with durable materials for lasting professional impressions.
Laser Engraving
Our laser engraving technology delivers detailed, permanent markings on diverse materials including metal, wood, and glass. This technique enables complex designs and fine text reproduction for both functional and decorative applications. Ideal for high-volume orders requiring consistent quality and accuracy.
Brass Signage
We manufacture professional brass signage solutions for medical practices, commercial offices, and residential properties. Our signs feature deep-cut engraving with epoxy fill for enhanced durability. Available in polished or brushed finishes, these signage options provide sophisticated branding and identification solutions.
People
Ross Stewart
Engraver
Third-generation engraver with extensive experience in hand and machine engraving techniques. Manages customer consultations and proof approvals while maintaining quality control across all engraving projects.
Questions
What engraving techniques do you offer?
We provide hand-chiselling, machine engraving, laser engraving, computer engraving, and acid-etching techniques to suit different materials and project requirements.
Can you create custom-designed trophies?
Yes, we specialise in custom trophy design and production with options for material selection, engraving detail, and delivery timelines to match specific requirements.
Do you offer memorial plaque customization?
We provide full customization for memorial plaques including photo incorporation, emblem selection, and font choices to create personalized tributes.
What materials can you engrave?
Our capabilities include metal (brass, bronze, stainless steel), glass, crystal, wood, and various plastics using appropriate engraving methods for each material.
How long does plaque production take?
Standard plaques typically take 1-2 weeks while cast bronze memorials require 2-4 weeks from proof approval to completion.
Do you supply awards for corporate events?
We offer a comprehensive range of corporate awards including crystal trophies, engraved plaques, and custom-designed recognition pieces with branding options.
Reviews (7)
Bernie Hogan
Oct 04, 2020
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I was not happy with the service, as firstly I was not telephoned when the minor sports trophy item to be engraved was ready as promised, and it was then far more costly than all other engravers in the city, as my fellow club members confirmed to me, yet the engravers refused to negotiate.
Mark Mc Phail
Sep 17, 2020
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Ross from Scotia Engraving turned what I thought was a difficult job into a simple one! He was very helpful and got my (1) engraved plate order done and mailed to me quickly. The item was just as I wanted it.
Thanks
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Aidan Quicke
Sep 12, 2020
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The engraving wasn't in the font requested (No apology just tough luck buddy) and then couldn't take an eftpos payment as the terminal was down so just refused to handover the goods and invoice for them. Somehow he managed to blame me for all this and started getting aggressive over the counter. Was bloody pricy for the 4 words requested and the metal came back scratched up and covered in rust. Seriously just don't bother with this place, let their terrible customer service run them into the ground so a worthwhile business can take over the building.
John Hayes
Jun 12, 2020
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Ross provided great service and a product that met all my expectations. Quickly responded to inquiry via website. Contacted me several times during proof and production to ensure I was getting what I wanted. I would recommend Scotia Engraving.
TrailPace Mtb
Oct 08, 2019
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Great customer service here, Graeme was great to deal with. Their work is fantastic and managed to engrave a watch that other places told me couldnt be done. Quick turnaround and the quality was amazing. I'd happily use them again
Jen G.
Sep 02, 2019
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With only one week before our office Christmas lunch, I was given the job of finding a trophy and having it engraved in time for presentation. With the help of Ross and the guys at Scotia it was straight forward. I choose the trophy online and called to see if it was possible to have it engraved and delivered in time. Within 4 days the trophy was ready. Great support, advice and service. I would highly recommend this team to anyone. See you next Christmas.
Home Stretch
Jan 11, 2019
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Ross and the team are great to work with. Really high quality services, would highly recommend. We needed a customised trophy with a quick turnaround, and after asking around a few places Scotia Engraving were the only ones that came back confidently and delivered an amazing product. Wouldn't go anywhere else. Thanks!
