What's the smallest quantity of classic scratch-off cards?

250 cards when you order online, or 500 cards by phone or email. Below that, press setup costs make per-card pricing impractical.

How long do classic cards last in storage?

Indefinitely, scratch ink is stable through storage, mail handling, and normal room-temp conditions.

How much does a custom scratch off card cost?

Classic silver-panel cards run from $1.55 per card at 250 cards, the smallest online order (mini size), down to $0.08 per card at 25,000. At 1,000 cards, expect $0.69-$1.19 per card depending on size. Full-color reveal cards run about 20-30% higher. Get a written quote for your exact spec.

Can classic scratch off cards be used for fundraisers?

Yes, classic scratch cards are the most common fundraiser format. Supporters scratch a spot and donate the amount revealed (e.g. $1, $5, $10, $20). Cards are given out, not sold.

Do classic scratch off cards require a special license?

For promotional giveaways (no purchase necessary), no license is required in most US states. Rules vary by state for any promotion where money changes hands, so your compliance team should confirm the structure. We place the prize legend and disclaimer language they supply, to their specification.

What's the difference between silver and gold scratch panels?

Cosmetic only: both use the same latex chemistry and behave identically. Gold reads as more premium and is common on holiday and luxury campaigns; silver is the workhorse for volume promos.

What's the smallest quantity of classic scratch-off cards?

250 cards when you order online, or 500 cards by phone or email. Below that, press setup costs make per-card pricing impractical.

How long do classic cards last in storage?

Indefinitely, scratch ink is stable through storage, mail handling, and normal room-temp conditions.

How much does a custom scratch off card cost?

Classic silver-panel cards run from $1.55 per card at 250 cards, the smallest online order (mini size), down to $0.08 per card at 25,000. At 1,000 cards, expect $0.69-$1.19 per card depending on size. Full-color reveal cards run about 20-30% higher. Get a written quote for your exact spec.

Can classic scratch off cards be used for fundraisers?

Yes, classic scratch cards are the most common fundraiser format. Supporters scratch a spot and donate the amount revealed (e.g. $1, $5, $10, $20). Cards are given out, not sold.

Do classic scratch off cards require a special license?

For promotional giveaways (no purchase necessary), no license is required in most US states. Rules vary by state for any promotion where money changes hands, so your compliance team should confirm the structure. We place the prize legend and disclaimer language they supply, to their specification.

What's the difference between silver and gold scratch panels?

Cosmetic only: both use the same latex chemistry and behave identically. Gold reads as more premium and is common on holiday and luxury campaigns; silver is the workhorse for volume promos.

Custom classic scratch-off cards

Classic scratch-off cards use the traditional silver latex panel over a printed text reveal, the workhorse format for fundraiser pledges, promotional coupons, and instant-win giveaways. Available mini to large, from 250 cards online or 500 cards by phone or email, printed in the USA.

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Classic yellow-panel custom scratch off card — Real MSO print · Classic Scratch-Off Cards

Made in the USA

Produced at our Orlando facility.

Est. 1900 · Family Owned

Generations of print experience.

Own Presses, No Brokers

Direct production with full control.

Free Digital Proof

See it before you print.

How the format works

Printed text, numbers, codes, symbols, or simple graphics are hidden beneath a traditional silver scratch panel and revealed with a coin.

A TRUE PRINTED SCRATCH-OFF

The reveal content is printed directly on the card and covered with a professionally applied scratch-off coating. It is not a label, sticker, or removable insert.

Why this format

Why the classic scratch-off format still works

The classic scratch-off format is instantly recognizable and easy to understand. A silver panel hides text, a prize, a code, or a call to action beneath it, creating a simple interaction that works well for fundraisers, promotions, direct mail, events, and high-volume campaigns.

Sizes & variants

Pick the format that fits your campaign

Every size prints on the same premium stock, real photography from production runs, shown at true scale in-hand.

2" × 3.5"

Mini Classic

Business-card-sized promo drops

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2.75" × 4"

Small Classic

Restaurant receipts, loyalty rewards

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4" × 6"

Medium Classic

Fundraiser pledge cards

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6" × 9"

Large Classic

Premium fundraiser and event pieces

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Or design outside the standard sizes

5th option · No standard trim

Custom Size & Shape

Any size / die-cut

Non-standard trims and custom die shapes

Any size 2×2″ → 8.5×11″
Custom die-cut shapes
Same minimums: 250 online, 500 by phone or email
One-time die tooling fee

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Classic scratch off card anatomy, two printed layers: full-color CMYK base artwork and a metallic silver or gold scratch layer on top

Anatomy of the card

How it's built

Two printed layers, one satisfying scratch

Every classic scratch-off cards is built from your full-color CMYK base artwork and a metallic silver or gold scratch layer on top that lifts cleanly with a coin, all printed on 12pt glossy C2S card stock.

01
Base artwork
Your full-color CMYK print, edge-to-edge on 12pt glossy C2S.
02
Scratch layer artwork
Metallic silver or gold scratch-off panel, coin-scratchable, smudge-resistant.

Features

What makes classic scratch-off cards work

01
Silver latex panel
Standard scratch-off ink; universal recognition; lowest per-card cost.
02
Any reveal shape
Rectangle, circle, or custom die-cut zones for any promotion mechanic.
03
Prize-legend design
Our team designs the prize legend and odds calibration for your campaign.
04
Variable data
Personalize names, codes, and addresses card-to-card in one press run.

How it works

Our process, from quote to doorstep

Step 1 of 4
Share your brief
Send quantity, size, artwork or a rough concept, no artwork required to get a quote.
Step 2 of 4
Free design proof
Our team lays out the card, prize legend, and scratch zone; you approve digital proofs before print.
Step 3 of 4
USA production
Cards print, cure, get the latex panel applied, and pass a scratch test, 7-10 business days after approval.
Step 4 of 4
Shipped ready to hand out
Cards ship boxed and organized; we can hand off to a mail-house for direct-mail runs.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions

Ready when you are

Let's print your classic scratch-off cards

Send a rough brief, no artwork required, and we'll respond with a written quote in one business day.

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