Custom Graduation Tassels with Year Charm
Two-piece tassels finished with a metal year charm or date drop — in your school colors, ready for the whole graduating class.
Why the year charm matters
A plain tassel does its job, but custom graduation tassels with year charm do something more: the little gold or silver date drop turns a one-day accessory into a dated keepsake students hang on a mirror for years. That year charm is also what reads from a distance on stage and in the class photo, giving the whole ceremony a finished, intentional look. For schools, adding a year charm is the easiest way to make a standard tassel feel like a true commemorative piece without a big jump in cost.
The charm also future-proofs your order in reverse: because it is stamped with the year, every tassel is unmistakably tied to that class, which families appreciate when the memento sits on a shelf a decade later.
Charm and tassel options
You can match the charm finish to your school colors and the tone you want. Here is how the main choices compare.
| Charm option | Look | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Gold year charm | Classic, warm | Most school palettes |
| Silver year charm | Cool, modern | Blue / gray colors |
| Custom-stamped charm | Year + mascot/initials | Branded keepsakes |
| No charm (standard) | Clean, budget | Cost-sensitive runs |
Building the full tassel
Beyond the charm, the tassel itself is fully customizable. Here is how the pieces come together.
| Element | Options | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tassel colors | Single or two-tone | Match school colors |
| Length | 9" standard | Adult & youth sizes |
| Charm year | Stamped metal date | Dates the keepsake |
| Packaging | Bulk or individually bagged | Eases distribution |
Choose single or two-tone tassel colors, a gold or silver year charm, and individual bagging for easy hand-out at the ceremony.
Outfitting a whole class?
Send your colors, year, and headcount. We’ll proof your tassel and charm before production.
Bulk pricing tiers
Custom graduation tassels with year charm are priced per tassel, with cost dropping as the class size rises.
| Quantity | Typical use | Relative unit price |
|---|---|---|
| 25–99 | Small program / single class | Standard |
| 100–299 | Grade level | Reduced |
| 300–999 | Whole school | Better |
| 1,000+ | District / multi-site | Best |
Lead times and planning
Standard production runs about two to three weeks from approved proof to delivery, depending on quantity and whether the charm is a stock year or custom-stamped. Graduation season clusters tightly, so order three to four weeks ahead, earlier if you want spares. Rush production is available; share your in-hand date and we’ll confirm before you commit.
Procurement notes for schools
Confirm the graduating year for the charm and your exact tassel colors before art goes to proof. Order a handful of spares beyond the final headcount for late additions. If you want the charm custom-stamped with a mascot or initials in addition to the year, flag it early since it adds a little lead time. We invoice against a PO or school check and keep your spec on file for next year’s reorder.
Frequently asked questions
Is the year charm included or an add-on?
The year charm is an option you can add to any tassel order. We’ll quote it both with and without so you can compare.
Can the charm be stamped with our mascot or initials too?
Yes. Beyond the year, we can custom-stamp a charm with a mascot, initials, or short text.
What colors can the tassel be?
Single or two-tone in a wide range of colors to match your school’s palette.
Do you offer youth sizes for younger graduates?
Yes, both adult and youth tassel lengths are available.
Can tassels be individually bagged?
Yes, individual bagging makes hand-out at the ceremony quick and keeps tassels tangle-free.
Do you provide a proof before production?
Always. You approve a proof of the tassel colors and charm before we produce.
How fast can you turn an order around?
Two to three weeks is typical; rush options exist near graduation season. Share your date and we’ll confirm.
Is there a minimum order?
Most orders start around 25 tassels; smaller runs are possible — just ask.
Add the detail families remember
Custom graduation tassels with year charm, proofed before production and ready for the whole class.
Pricing, lead times, and options vary by quantity and tassel style. Contact us for a quote tailored to your graduating class.