This is how the Pope John Paul II commemorative photograph with SMASHED penny medallion was made. These have been sold through Christian stores and used as fundraisers at Catholic churches and schools. These collectible souvenirs have also been made for tourist destinations and special events. The process would be the same.

A picture is taken of a special person, logo, building, or attraction. Or a picture that you already have can be used. The picture is then cleaned up to get rid of any unwanted background.

Black and white line art work is drawn, along with a border, name, and description. Through a special process, the design is then engraved onto a heat-treated steel die. This die will go into a special rolling press to SMASH the new souvenir or collectible.

The same original color photo will be used and incorporated into a postcard-like image, complete with information about the location, or to commemorate a special person or event. This new image is sent to a color photo lab for printing and developing.

The new SMASHED penny and color photo is packaged as a set in a clear high-gloss polybag. A full-color, eye-catching sign with countertop display will fit almost anywhere, especially at the register for last minute purchases.