Tiefprägeprägung
Tiefprägeprägung, a German term, translates to "deep stamping" or "intaglio printing" in English, particularly in the context of coinage and medals. It refers to a method of creating raised designs on a metallic surface by impressing a die, which bears the desired image in reverse and in sunken relief, onto the blank metal. The die itself is a hardened steel tool, meticulously engraved with the artwork.
The process involves placing a blank piece of metal, often a coin or medal, onto a hardened
This technique allows for the production of highly detailed and durable images. Historically, Tiefprägeprägung has been