From Model to Object: Medal Production and Finishing

Distinguish between the production requirements for cast versus struck medals, focusing on relief depth, draft angles, and undercuts.

Outline the traditional workflow for creating struck medals, from large-scale plaster model to die creation via mechanical reduction.

Prepare a 3D model in Blender for digital fabrication, considering specifications for 3D printing or CNC milling.

Select appropriate patination and surface finishing techniques for a cast or struck medal to enhance its aesthetic qualities.