What Are Wall Decor Albums With Platinum Awards Made Of?

The AWARD Group is an authorized vendor of RIAA® Certified Gold® and RIAA® Certified Platinum® award plaques, which are made from metalized gold and platinum records made from laminated vinyl and ultra-high-quality metalized Mylar film. These non-playable framed albums are ideal for weddings, anniversary presents, or corporate awards.

A “Platinum” award is for songs or albums that sell 1,000,000 units, with levels such as “Double Platinum” and “Diamond”. These awards are named after precious materials (gold, platinum, and diamond). The AWARD Group produces the highest quality framed plaques in the fastest turnaround, available in three sizes: 12″ records (platinum or gold/basic or deluxe), 7″ records (platinum or gold/basic or classic), and personalized platinum record pieces.

The AWARD Group is proud to be an authorized vendor of these award plaques, using real 24-karat gold, silver, and platinum for their products. The Platinum album award selection offers unique and custom, handmade pieces for music lovers, including custom album posters, gold or platinum custom music vinyl record plaques, and personalized metallic vinyl record album award prints.

When an artist is awarded a platinum or gold record, the label is either made or paid for by the artist. The AWARD Group’s laser work is what makes a JBP piece stand out, with options like silver mirror diamonds and neon glowing letters.

What is the difference between gold and platinum albums?

The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) in the United States operates an awards program based on the certified number of albums and singles sold through retail and other ancillary markets. Certification is not automatic; for an award to be made, the record label must first request certification. The audit is conducted against net shipments after returns, which includes albums sold directly to retailers, one-stops, direct-to-consumer sales, music clubs, and mail order.

A Gold record is a song or album that sells 500, 000 units (records, tapes, and compact discs). The award was launched in 1958 and has since evolved to include additional requirements for Gold albums, Platinum awards, Multi-Platinum awards, and sales thresholds for singles. In 1989, the sales thresholds for singles were reduced to 500, 000 for Gold and 1, 000, 000 for Platinum, reflecting a decrease in sales of singles.

The RIAA system predates Nielsen SoundScan figures and includes sales outlets Nielsen misses. Prior to Nielsen SoundScan, RIAA certification was the only audited and verifiable system for tracking music sales in the U. S. It is still the only system capable of tracking 100 of sales. This system has allowed record labels to promote an album as Gold or Platinum simply based on large shipments.

The RIAA began requiring 120 days from the release date before recordings were eligible for certification, which has been reduced over the years and currently stands at 30 days. Hilary Rosen, president of the recording association, defended their system, stating that they believe the certification process represents an accurate sales picture and they are comfortable with the numbers they release.

How hard is it to get a platinum album?

The RIAA’s guidelines state that a gold or platinum certification is awarded to an artist for the number of units sold of a song or album. The minimum number for a gold certification on a full-length album is 500, 000 units, and for a platinum album, 1, 000, 000 units. For a single, the minimum is 1, 000, 000 units, and platinum is 2, 000, 000 units. The award pictured by the artist did not indicate any number, other than a serial number, and was not certified by the RIAA or any third-party sales, accounting, or tracking entity.

It simply had the name of the radio promoter, a banner stating “The Platinum Award”, and a label in the top left-hand corner stating “Platinum Disc”. This appears to be a generic “award” given by a promoter to encourage the artist to continue using their services, promising to ensure all their songs go Platinum.

Who makes platinum plaques?

In order to procure a certified plaque for a Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) certified title, artists, record labels, or other affiliated parties are advised to contact licensed RIAA award manufacturers. These include Dejay Gold/Products in Seattle, WA, Jewel Box Platinum in Marina Del Ray, CA, and Metro Pro LLC in Pine Brook, NJ. These manufacturers are the exclusive purveyors of official awards.

What are platinum records made of?

Plaques for awards often contain various items under the glass, with modern awards often using CDs instead of vinyl records. Gold and platinum records are typically vacuum metallized and tinted, while metal parts like “masters”, “mothers”, or “stampers” were initially used. Plaque-makers produce awards using available materials and techniques, costing between $135 and $275, and are typically ordered by the record label that issued the original recording. The music in the grooves on the record may not match the actual recording being awarded.

What is the difference between gold and platinum plaque?

The RIAA sets four certification requirements for albums: 500, 000 units (Gold), 1 million units (Platinum), 2 million units (Multi-Platinum), and 10 million units (Diamond). Digital and physical albums count as one unit per sale, but the RIAA requires 10 permanent track downloads and 1, 500 on-demand video or audio streams for the same amount. This means that 1, 000 downloads and 150, 000 streams equal the 100 units earned by selling just 100 physical or digital albums.

Are Taylor Swift’s albums platinum?

Jackson’s 10 solo albums have been certified 72 times platinum, while Swift’s 11 original albums have been certified 50 times platinum. However, Madonna’s album sales suggest her total number, including Taylor’s Versions, is closer to 90. Madonna’s ability to reinvent is a reason for artist “eras” and her 43-year career, from her breakthrough album Like a Virgin in 1984 to Bedtime Stories in 1994, has been inescapable, pushing boundaries of visual and sonic reinvention.

What material is platinum made of?

Platinum, a precious metal, is primarily produced in South Africa from the mineral cooperite, or as a by-product of copper and nickel refining. It is associated with prestige, value, and power, with items like platinum rings and Rolex watches being highly prized. Platinum has also been used in the production of catalysts and anti-cancer drugs. The connection between platinum and other metals is significant, as seen in the Spanish conquistadors’ mistake.

What makes an album go platinum?

Gold and platinum records are highly sought after in the music industry due to their financial success. These awards, given by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), represent huge sales, with gold requiring 500, 000 units, platinum requiring 1 million units, multiplatinum requiring 2 million or more units, and diamond requiring 10 million units. Singles also meet the same criteria with sales and streaming. However, some critics argue that the RIAA’s awards can have a small impact, as they are based on the number of copies a record company sends to stores, without considering unsold units.

Michael Ellis, chart director for Billboard from 1985-2005, argues that a gold award to Debbie Gibson’s album Anything Is Possible is questionable, as it never charted higher than No. 41. Angela Corio, former gold-platinum awards program coordinator for the RIAA, insists that the awards are based on retail sales to consumers. Music executives hope that gold and platinum certifications will create a bandwagon effect, making sales grow larger. Plaques serve as a pat on the back for those who make and sell the recording, or as a thank you to family, friends, and others who have been helpful.