Engraved gifts are special and memorable, but can’t be returned or exchanged. It’s important to check spelling and plan ahead, as engraving takes time and costs extra.
Those who want their gift to stand out often get a personalized gift engraved with a message, nickname or initials. One benefit of engraved gifts is that the people who receive them often feel more special because the items are personalized just for them. Engraving also makes it likely that the recipient will keep the gift, because it can’t be returned to the store or given to someone else once personalized. Of course, this can also be seen as a disadvantage of engraved gifts, because some gifts look good with the recipient exchanging or returning their gift for something else. Engraving also usually costs extra time and money, meaning gift givers need to plan ahead.
Many people feel special when they receive a gift engraved with their name, initials or a message designed just for them. An engraving can transform an otherwise mediocre item, such as a photo album or necklace, into a special gift that the recipient has been cherishing for a long time. Engraved gifts are often simply more memorable than items with no name or message engraved on the surface, allowing the recipient to feel special and the recipient to distinguish themselves with their choice of gifts.
On the other hand, there are some disadvantages to engraved gifts, for both the recipient and the giver. For example, it is important that the person giving the gift be sure of the spelling of the name or message, because an engraving is usually permanent. For this reason, it’s usually best for the gift-giver to write down the exact spelling of the name and think through any messages carefully before having anything engraved in the present. Recipients who don’t like their gift engraved or who have received two of the same item may be disappointed to find they cannot return or exchange it at a store.
Getting an engraved gift is usually not an afterthought, because engraving takes time. This can be a positive feature of engraved gifts for the recipient, because they know the giver of the planned gift in advance, but it can be a disadvantage for those who like to choose a gift at the last minute. Some specialty shops can engrave items within a couple of hours, provided they have a professional engraver in the shop. Many shops, however, send the item elsewhere to be engraved and it may take a few days or even weeks to get the finished product. Also, engraved gifts often cost a little more than non-personalized gifts.
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