5 More Winning Ideas for Deal Toys

Creating a Deal Toy That Stands Out

A well-designed deal toy is more than just a trophy—it’s a celebration of achievement. Beyond the industry themes and personalized touches we talked about earlier this week, there are even more ways to create a deal toy that has a lasting impact.

6. Add a Hidden or Subtle Easter Egg

Sometimes the best deal toys include details that only the insiders recognize.

• A small engraving of the closing date, visible only at the right angle.

• A hidden phrase that became an inside joke during the deal process.

• A tiny, subtle logo of the acquired company worked into the design.

These little touches make a deal toy a private reminder of the effort behind the transaction.

7. Design It to Reflect the Journey of the Deal

A great deal toy doesn’t just celebrate the outcome—it represents the process.

• A stepped or layered structure to show a multi-phase acquisition.

• A twisting or winding shape to reflect a deal with unexpected turns.

• A road or bridge motif for a long-term strategic partnership.

The right design can capture the challenges, victories, and collaboration that made the deal happen.

8. Showcase a “Before & After” Transformation

For deals that represent growth, restructuring, or rebranding, a deal toy can reflect that change.

• One side could feature the old logo, with the new branding on the reverse.

• The shape could shift from a fragmented to a unified design, symbolizing a successful merger.

• A before-and-after financial metric engraving could highlight the success of an investment.

A transformation-focused design tells the full story of the deal, not just the closing moment.

9. Make It Functional

A deal toy doesn’t have to just sit on a shelf—it can serve a purpose.

• Paperweight-style designs keep the award on desks where it’s seen daily.

• Business card holders or light-up designs make the piece both attractive and useful.

• Magnetic or interactive elements turn a deal toy into a conversation piece.

When an award is both meaningful and functional, it becomes a lasting part of the recipient’s workspace.

10. Tie It to the Closing Location

Where a deal closes can be just as important as the deal itself. A great design can include:

• A skyline engraving of the closing city (New York, London, Hong Kong, etc.).

• A map outline of the key locations involved in the deal.

• A subtle landmark design that reminds the team of where it all came together.

By tying the deal toy to the place where it happened, it becomes a reminder of both the deal and the experience.

Custom Deal Toys That Tell Your Story

At Polaris, we believe a deal toy should capture the essence of the transaction—its challenges, its achievements, and the people who made it happen. Every piece we create is custom-made, with no off-the-shelf designs.

Looking for a deal toy that stands out? Contact us today to discuss a custom design that reflects your success.